Momma Anna wiped her hands on her apron, her warm gaze landing on Remi. “Now, chère,” she began, voice softening, “how’s your mama and daddy doin’? I haven’t seen them since that big dinner a month ago when they came by to celebrate you comin’ home. They seemed proud as can be. I’m glad you talked these two troublemakers into comin’ back with you.”
Remi smiled faintly, stirring her coffee. “They’re good. Mom’s been calling a lot—mostly to check if I’m eating enough and sleeping.”
Papi chuckled from across the room. “Sounds like her.”
Remi nodded. “Yeah. They still fuss, but I think they’re just relieved things finally feel… right again.”
Del leaned back in her chair, bumping Rae’s shoulder lightly. “If Remi hadn’t convinced us, Rae and I probably would’ve just come here to hide out at
