Grandmama finally spoke. “Looks like it’s a done deal, son. Might as well get on board while you still can.” She lifted her hand and examined her perfectly manicured nails. “And remember, Maddie is the one who’s responsible for picking out your future nursing home. Don’t wanna go and piss her off now, do ya?” Hendrix snickered and I snorted. We were so refined. Gah. “Not to mention, you want to think of your future grandchildren. Whether you like it or not, they’ll be half Hendrix.” She lowered her voice and whispered, “Let’s just hope it’s the good half,” before speaking normally again.
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