I squeeze Zeno’s hand and continue. “Did he tell you he’s divorcing Mom?” Z shifts to catch my gaze. “He is? You didn’t say anything.” “It’s been a crazy couple of weeks.” I shrug and turn back to Elena. “He told me he was filing,” she confirms. “I heard them argue the other day when he first told Mom. She knew about you guys. She even knew about Nevio.” All the color drains from Elena’s face. “I had no idea.” “It’s not a huge deal. I suppose Dad told you that Mom was with someone else, too.” She nods. “Yes, I knew the girls weren’t his. I’m just surprised she wasn’t bothered by my relationship with him.” “Honestly, you had something to offer her. She never cared enough about Dad to justify confronting you and possibly losing her place at Hardwick. I think she figured she could keep the in
