A sweet, clear voice suddenly rang out, jolting Nora in place.
She blinked hard, almost groaning when she saw Abner squatting patiently at her front door.
Oh, come on. First the father, now the son? Are they tag-teaming me?!
“Mommy,” the boy called out with a bright smile.
Nora sighed and rubbed her forehead. “Abner, seriously. Can you give me just a little peace? I saved your life once, remember? I let you stay with me for a few days, and then I nearly got sent to jail because of your parents. Do you think that’s easy to forget? And look around — my apartment’s too small for guests.”
Abner stood up, his face full of guilt. “It’s my fault that woman poisoned us. But don’t worry, Mommy. I already taught her a lesson.”
That woman?
Nora narrowed her eyes. “Wait. You know who poisoned t
