“Just call me Ruby,” the grandmother said, beaming ear to ear as she sat beside Eloise on the couch, clasping her hands between hers.

Eloise couldn't bring herself to keep a smile, she felt a pang of guilt against her chest. If only she'd known.

She bit her lip as she remembered the grandmother telling her about her grandsons. She could remember her strong belief about Antonio's brother and her worries and wishes for Antonio.

‘ How can I lie to her? Wouldn't it seem cruel?’ Her brow wrinkled as she thought.

“Do you know how happy I am?” Ruby giggled as she turned to Antonio, “I liked her the...