- Dad ... I prefer to learn things from you, rather than from a stranger, you understand?

He frowns, shoves his hands in his trouser pockets, and blinks to confirm that he's going to deliver the bomb he's hiding in his head.

"Sit down sweetie.

I comply by putting my behind on the chair he points to me. His ceremonial tone is starting to send shivers down my spine.

“I don’t know if it’s right for me to tell you what your mother told me about Sarah’s life as a couple and… well, you know who I’m talking about!

I am touched by the attention he gives me. His embarrassment...