It’ll be better at home, Cynthia had promised her. Quieter, no more fighting. You and your mom and your brothers will be happier with your dad out of the house. You know it’s true, Jules. And your dad loves you so much. Anybody can see that. You’re like his friggin’ princess, right? You’ll see him plenty. And when you do see him, your mom probably won’t be there, which means none of that stress, right? You’ll have a better time. Trust me, Juju, this is for the best.
