ask to see something, you don’t tell me I’m being paranoid.”
“I won’t.” Then my voice shook as I began, “And if I discover another lie…” After taking a breath, I finished “I’m done.” His eyes filled. “Understood.”
I clarified, “You’re not coming home tonight.”
“Okay.”
“Maybe not next week either.”
“Okay.”
“I need time.”
“You can have it.” Anger flared. “Don’t say it like you’re giving it to me.” He lowered his head. “You’re right.” I almost smiled. “You’re going to have to learn some new sentences.”
“I think
