The Envelope That Changed Everything

me and hardened. “Emma,” she said like a warning. “If you’re planning to cause a scene, I will have you removed.”

My father didn’t speak at first. He just stared at me the way he had eleven years ago, with that same disgust that felt like rejection made physical.

My stomach clenched, but I forced my voice steady.

“I’m only going to say this once,” I said.continue reading …