Chapter NineDINNER AT THE YOUNGER ADAMS HOUSEHOLD was becoming a fairly traditional Saturday night visit for Adrian and Charlie. This was the first time since winter had melted away that they and his brother's family were venturing outside to grill and for the kids to reclaim the swing set. The single cherry tree in Danny and Beth's backyard was just starting to bloom, pink blossoms peeking from the stark brown branches, promising new life as they did without fail every year.
“More coleslaw?” said Beth, offering Adrian a dripping scoop from a green salad bowl.
“Sure, thanks,” he said, not wanting to hurt her feelings but knowing it would probably just end up being quietly dumped in the trash.
He loved coming over to his brother's house, but it was well known in the Adams family that Bet
