“Candace, this is your uncle,” Linford introduced the girl to his brother. Candace’s eyes were wide as she stared at the man before him. She saw her brother was sitting on that man’s lap. She opened her mouth, trying to say something, but she couldn’t make a sound. She sniffed, almost crying again as she rested her head on Linford’s shoulder.

Cristelle patted her girl’s back gently. “Candace, it’s okay...”

Enzo gave Linford a confusing look. Cody answered for his sister, ...