Becker While we were on our way to Amber’s house, I could see how Amber was uncomfortable and kept on adjusting her seat. She was so worried about Julian. I could tell this happened many times before. “Do you want to share about what happened to Julian?” She paused for a few seconds before she asked, “Don’t tell me you found out from me. He doesn’t like his horrible past to be shared, especially with you. He was already mad enough with me when Gavin found out a year ago.” “Okay, I promise.” “Do you remember his mother was a drug addict and his father died first?” “Yeah.” “Well, his mother loved his father so much. His death broke her and turned her to drugs for comfort. Eventually, the drugs led her to someone else.” “You mean, his stepfather?” “No. They were never married. Lover

