"Emma is still so young, and she really needs her dad around. Last night, when she was crying, she was calling for him," Iris said with a bitter smile.

Elowen knew that, even though Quentin wasn't treating Iris well these days, he still showed some affection for Emma. Whenever Elowen visited her sister's home, Quentin would occasionally play with Emma or read her a story.

Elowen figured that Iris's decision to return was likely motivated by her wish for Emma to have a complete ...