In Mrs. White’s car, Diego’s mother lowered her head, not daring to look the old lady in the eyes.

“I’ve talked to Linford,” Mrs. White said coolly, “Pamela should be leaving the jail in days. This is the last time I can help you. Don’t bring any trouble to me ever again. Linford Bradley is not someone you can mess with.”

Mrs. Barnett hurried to say, “Of course… I’ll keep an eye on her. I promise she will behave from now on. Thank you for what you did for us today, Mrs. ...