I called Mom while I was shopping and asked, “Should I bring chocolate cake or apple pie for Christmas?” – Welcome

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“Managing household finances is not necessarily permission to take on debt in someone else’s name.”

Derek shoved his chair back.

“I’m not staying here for this.”

He stood.

Caroline looked at him.

“Where are you going?”

“Anywhere else.”

“You have nowhere else.”

“Neither do you.”

That silenced them both.

Derek headed toward the stairs.

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