Regina
The entire house fell silent. It even seemed that the kids outside on the porch also suddenly ceased laughing and making noise. It was like the universe was holding its breath, waiting for us to answer. Jeff looked so panicked, it was almost comical. He turned to me, his eyes pleading for forgiveness, his expression grim.
He knew me very well.
I picked up my water glass and stared across the table at Uncle Alan, with his long, craggy face and shaggy gray hair that was severely receding at his temples. Alan's expression was gleeful. He enjoyed stirring the pot and making people squirm.
Two could play at that game.
“Are you implying that I’m not honest?” I asked sweetly. I smiled and took a long drink of water.
“That’s not what I said!” He protested loudly. “I was just sa
