With a deep breath, I opened my eyes, finally deciding on a solution.
I walked the rest of the way down the hall. I stood in the doorway as the four of them continued to argue with each other. Uncle Mal was sitting behind his desk, glaring at Ryan. Mom and Ryan were standing, facing each other, and doing the most arguing. Dad was seated on the couch just to the side of them. He was the first one to notice me.
"Kieran," Dad breathed out as he jumped to his feet.
Everyone in the room turned to me.
"Oh honey, you're okay," Mom said as she rushed towards me.
I let Mom wrap her arms around me, but I just stood there stiffly. After a moment, she realized I wasn't hugging her back. Mom pulled away, giving me a confused look.
"Kieran?" she asked.
I grabbed her arms and pulled her from me be
