“So, Ron, Jacob, Ann, Elizabeth, David, his wife, your dude, probably.”
“Elliot wants to invite the girls over. So, add their parents if they want to come. Maybe Frank and his family?”
Mike nodded, scrolling through his phone. “I’ll send out the invite. I already have the girls’ parents, too. Since the last family day.”
“Thanks.”
Another knock on the door and Mike went out. He came back, followed by Ron and Zach. Elliot didn’t acknowledge either of them. Ron ruffled his hair, but Zach looked upset.
“Hey kiddo, you alright?” Zach came up behind him and went to rub his back but Elliot moved away.
“El!”
He huffed and grabbed his book. “I’m going to read.” Jumping out of his seat, he stomped up the stairs.
I walked after him. “El, please…”
The door to the bedroom slammed shut and I
