Chapter 53
Denise and Randy enter the kitchen. Denise fixes Randy a cold drink. Here we are, gathered around the kitchen table. I feel out of place. What comes next?
Denise speaks. “Let’s talk. Portia, you start.”
I freeze for a moment. Since I called this meeting, guess it’s up to me to say why.
I swallow and clear my throat. “You two need to talk to each other, tell each other the truth.” They look uneasy and fidgety. And I wouldn’t mind hearing all of it, either.
“Randy, why don’t you start?”
“Huh?” Randy looks panicked. “Why me?”
“Why not? C’mon, what’s going on, Randy?”
He stirs his drink with his finger. “Well, I’ve been afraid to tell anyone this. I’ve been keeping a secret for years.” He sounds weak and helpless. “Please, don’t tell anyone else. If word gets out, I’ll be in
