Chapter 5

Richard shot me a look as if I were crazy.

He said, "Why? Are you seriously losing it? Why are you suddenly talking about divorce and making a big fuss? And you won't cook for us?

"Mom's coming home soon. What is she supposed to eat? She's out shopping every day, burning calories. Shouldn't you make her something nutritious? Can't you be as considerate to my mom as you are to yours?

"Is this because I haven't been around enough? I'm dead tired from work. Where am I supposed to find extra time for you?

"I told you before we…