“Seriously? Joe made you do it? That’s ridiculous,” Ame said, shaking her head.

“I didn’t expect that from him,” Liam added, frowning. “I warned him so many times, but he never listened.”

“Forget it, Liam,” Ivy said quietly. “He’s no longer a part of my life.”

Just then, Mom and Zelda entered the room carrying snacks.

“These smell amazing,” Ame said, grabbing a bite.

“You didn’t have to help, Zelda,” Ivy said, looking at her with a soft smile.

“It’s ...