This particular slaughter is going to be hard no matter what I do.“Is it just the two of you?” I ask, unable to help myself. “You and Theo, I mean.”She looks over at Theo with a hint of sadness behind her eyes and nods. “Yeah, just the two of
I want to ask her for the whole story, but she probably wouldn’t tell it. Even if she would, I’m not
sure I want to hear. I know enough.
My brother ruined her life. Whatever plans she had for herself, it’s safe to assume they didn’tinclude becoming a single mother or being homeless. Her life has obviously been hard, and now, itwill be short.
“I should say thanks,” Molly says suddenly, looking at my shoes as she talks. “For stepping in andstopping him. I’m not sure what would have happened if you hadn’t—well, actually, I am sure wha
