Chapter 14
Dinner was quieter than usual. All the adults sat in the comfortable dining room, and the chatter from the kids could be heard through the open French doors. The lights were dimmed on the crystal chandelier, and the green and white trim in this private room added to the elegance. Brad felt it had Neil written all over it. Although his mom had great taste, Neil had always been the one who wanted that little bit more.
The food, as usual, was abundant. The steaks were cooked to perfection, and the corn was juicy, with baked potatoes and a creamy Caesar salad to start. Although everyone was talking and the kids were having so much fun, a noticeable tension hung in the air. Diana hadn’t said a word all night.
“After dinner, when the kids are in bed, I want to have a family meeting
