“Mommy made Auntie Mariella cry.” Katie points to me

“Nova, apologize.” Knox orders, his tone calm, too relaxed.

Nova crosses her arms over her chest. “Excuse me? I will do no such thing.”

“It's fine, I don't need her apology.” I wipe my tears, watching Knox.

“She will apologize.”

Nova rolls her eyes, “I'm sorry, Mariella.”

“Mommy, ”Bella tugs at my dress. “So now you forgive her.”

Just as I'm starting to enjoy how stupid Nova looks, she ...