“You keep protecting people from the consequences of what they say to you.”
“I just want one peaceful night.”
“I know.”
I watched Martha cross the room.
“I just want one peaceful night.”
“I thought ignoring her was how I got one.”
Dad shook his head.
“No. You’re taking responsibility for her behavior. There’s a difference.”
***
A few minutes later, I passed Martha and Caroline near the bar.
“Lydia would’ve organized this differently,” Martha said.
“You’re taking responsibility for her behavior.”
Caroline frowned.
“Why are you talking about my daughter?”
“You know I’ve always thought she and Nick would’ve suited each other.”
“Maybe years ago. But Nick loves Jillian. Leave Lydia out of it.”
Nick appeared beside me.
“She’s right, Mom. Please stop.”
“Why are you talking about my daughter?”
For the first time, Martha looked uncomfortable.
Something about Caroline’s reaction made my stomach tighten.
Before I could ask, Nick took my hand.
“Dance with me.”
On the floor, I rested one hand against his shoulder.
“Dance with me.”
“I’m sorry,” he said.
“Stop apologizing for her.”
“I don’t know what else to do.”
“Neither do I.”
For once, I didn’t turn it into a joke.
“I don’t know what else to do.”
Nick looked at me carefully.
“After tonight, we figure it out.”
I nodded.
“After tonight.”
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