Alexander didn't look back at them as he walked toward the elevator, answering his phone, "I'm leaving work now, I'll be there soon," he said.

Michael and Andrew exchanged bewildered looks. Michael said, "Maybe Mr. Sterling forgot?"

Andrew nodded. After all, Alexander had never paid much attention to matters concerning Grace.

*****

Sophia and Grandma Morrison were very close.

Before, whenever Sophia was home and Grace visited ...