At first, I was annoyed to be led into my family home by the “usurper,” but I kept my mouth shut, not wanting to rock the boat or turn this experience into a political debacle. I’m usually assertive, but I sometimes allow myself to be voiceless in order to make do or gain something in return. It’s something we all do from time to time. I wished I didn’t play this bartering game, but I didn’t want to antagonize Lea. After all, she wielded the power in this context.
