Chapter 4 - The Woman Who Knew Too Much
Vanessa reached for the paper.
“Graham, this could be anything.
Anyone can print an email.”
I pulled it away.
“You’re right.
So why are you so nervous?”
She froze.
My mother interrupted.
“You’re embarrassing Vanessa in front of everyone.
We can discuss this privately.”
But Harper shook her head.
“No, Daddy.
They always say that.
Mommy said people kept telling her to be quiet, too.”
I crouched in front of my daughter.
“Tell me what happened, sweetheart.
I’m listening.”
Harper looked at my mother.
“Grandma told Mommy that you were getting married again.
She said you didn’t want us at your wedding.”
I felt the floor shift beneath me.
“When?”
“Last month.”
Last month.
I had spent that month believing Natalie was somewhere enjoying a new life while I struggled with the memory of our marriage.
I looked at Diane.
“You spoke to Natalie last month?”
She didn’t answer.
“Mom, look at me.”
Her eyes filled with tears.
“I was trying to protect you.”
May you like
Those words told me more than any denial could have.
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