“I’m really sorry about all of this,” Emily said, “especially my part in it.”

“You don’t have to be, really,” Byron said. His driving became less rough, although Emily could tell he was tense. “My dad is the one who decided to come back after these years, uninvited. I just don’t want to relive the old trauma...”

“Then don’t,” Emily said. “I know it’s easy for me to say, but try not look back at the past.”

Byron laughed ...