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It wasn’t a casual knock.
It was sharp and deliberate.
“I hope it’s not Gran,” Noah said, a grimace on his face.
“We’re not expecting Gran,” I said, amused. “Watch Grace, okay? I’ll be right back.”
I wiped my hands and headed to the front door, expecting a package or maybe a neighbor.
It wasn’t either.
A tall man in a charcoal coat stood on the porch, perfectly composed despite the wind.
Behind him, a sleek black Mercedes idled at the curb like it definitely didn’t belong on our cracked sidewalk.
“Lucas?” A slight frown tugged at his face.
“Yes, can I help you?”
“I’m Andrew,” he smiled. “You met my mother, Marjorie, yesterday. At the grocery store, I mean.
She told me what happened.”
“Yes… she found her ring.” I nodded slowly. “I’m glad she did.
I’d be torn if I ever lost my wedding ring. My wife is gone… and I…
I’m glad your mom found hers.”
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