My Father's Best Friend
My knees shook with every step, but somehow, I made it through the foyer and into a long dining room, where tall, french windows overlooked a dark backyard.
Raven appeared in a second doorway, frowning. “Where’s Karen?”
“It’s Friday,” Andrew answered. “She left early.”
“Oh.”
Andrew had briefly mentioned his housekeeper before, though he’d seemed embarrassed by the topic. Not that he needed to be. Working all the time as he did, it made sense that he needed someone to care for the house. In addition to being an employee, I hoped Karen was a good adult figure for Raven, as well.
“Grab the chicken from the oven, will you, Raven? Be careful. It’s hot.” Turning to me, Andrew smiled. “Wine? Or som
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