Dustin looked as if he had been struck by lightning. "M-Mr. Fisher?"
Scott positioned himself next to Briana, his expression unreadable. "I'm not sure how to thank you for offering to raise my child."
*****
The next morning, Briana heard from the neighbors that Dustin had moved out overnight, not even waiting to find another place.
But soon, she discovered a new presence in the yard. Scott, who was having breakfast.
Briana exclaimed in surprise, "What are you doing here?"
Scott glanced at her and replied in a calm tone, "Why shouldn't I be here?"
That made sense.
After all, he was Maddie's son. His being here was reasonable.
Wait a second...
Did this mean he and his mother had reconciled?
As Briana's expression went through a myriad of changes, Scott averted his gaze. "Keep zoni
