I looked up to see Carey standing a little awkwardly. “Yeah?”

“Thank you.” She smiled and ran into her room. I nodded even though she couldn’t see me.

“I’m gonna go talk to the boys. Can you watch the girls?” I asked Monroe as I stood up.

He jumped up, “Yup.”

He walked into their room and I walked over to the boys’ room. I turned the door handle and pushed it open.

They both looked over and glared, “Get out.”

“Rick, can I talk to Ky alone?” I asked pleadingly.

Rick looked at Ky as he shook his head.

“No.” Rick answered.

“Fine. I’ll talk to you both.” I...