One Carpenter Spent His Savings to Keep Five Young Siblings in His Woodshop

them in the lobby with Margaret.”

“I understand,” I said.

“We have a chance, Carter,” Diane said.

“But you have to let me do the talking. If Daniel starts asking about your background, you let me object.”

“I will,” I said.

She hung up, the line clicking twice before the dial tone started.

I set the receiver back on its cradle and stood continue reading …