Chapter 8

For the first time ever, Anita felt pity for what Christopher must have endured growing up. She never liked him when he was alive because of the way he'd treated her friend, Vanessa. Now, as she stared at his parents, she could understand how he turned out to be the kind of man he was.

“You know, she's grieving too,” Anita continued. “They might not have been together when he died, but she's grieving too and she could use all the family love and support right now… Just the way you need it too,"

At her words, Lois's tears dried up and her expression went from devastated to furious. “Who do you think you are, attempting to lecture us on personal family matters? It’s none of your business what we do or don’t do.”

Since she was right, Anita shut her mouth and turned to go. Just as she reached the exit, Steven spoke, shocking her.

“She never loved our son, and I'm sure she's glad he's out of her way now. She can go on to be with her numerous lovers. She might eve