The Only Door That Opened When the Others Closed

the family to be present for the formal presentation,” Ivy said. “If the seats are empty, the grant is delayed.”

Tanya checked her watch again, her jaw tightening as she looked toward the window.

“Donnie will not like me being in the same room as him,” Tanya said.

“Then Donnie can stay home,” Ivy said.

Tanya looked at the folded paper in her hand, then continue reading …