I listen to her and begin to understand why Candace has changed. It's not just me; Blake has also put things in her head.
When we arrive home, they exit the car and walk together to the entrance. I watched them advance and let out a sigh of frustration.
Mrs. Ruth makes us something to eat, and just as we're about to sit at the table, the doorbell rings. Ruth goes to the door and, to my surprise, I see Michelle enter. She looks at all of us with a serious expression.
"I'm here to talk to you, Ryan." Her tone is firm and direct. She doesn't greet or say another word.
I stood up to suggest we go to the office, but Blake steps forward.
"What do you need to discuss with my fiancé alone? I think you can do it here in the living room, in front of everyone. Right, Candace?"
My daughter nods,
