Chapter 2

I didn't move but stared into Jason's eyes.

His eyes still had that flirty look from talking to Vanessa.

He looked so pleased with himself, as if he already owned the future.

I spoke calmly, "We were talking about the house."

My voice came out steady. So steady, I was surprised at myself.

Jason paused, caught off guard. He probably never expected me to be this calm. Without missing a beat, he continued, "Yeah, the house. John, Mary, and Anna, don't worry.

"I'll add Anna's name to the deed for the house tomorrow."

He swore up and down, as if…