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“We’re trying” I steer the cart out of the aisle and toward the check-out counter T

“I LIKE YOU WITH HER”

I glance over at Liv and grin “Oh snap Are you giving her the Livy seal of approval?” I ask as I pull the dishes out of the fridge The kids have been running around the backyard playingto be ravenous soon I smile as I recall the look of shock and awe on Rolly’s face as he entered the home and everyone yelled surprise

The party went off without a hitch I could see the struggle Allie went through, giving over control, but she’s getting it that Quinn is here to stay That’s really all I can ask for

Liv nods her head “The two of you ell together I can see she brings out the best in you and vice versa”

Leaning down, I give her a light squeeze around her expandingfrom you”

“Only speaking the truth Is there anything I can help with? I carab a bottle of water, but I can lend a hand”

“No I think Houston would killyou to work”

She harrunant, not terh

“Whoa, tiger, don’t shoot thewith my boss”

She scowls “You tays side with one another”

“Not always” I grab the plate of toie tray and set it out on the table?” I ask, handing her a peace offering

“I can do that” She flashes me a smile and walks toward the backyard

A moment later, Rolly runs in

“Hey, little dude, you having fun?”