We both laughed, and the laughter felt like a tiny act of justice.

That evening Frank put the lighter on the table and took out a copy of Daniel’s letter.

He studied the two objects for a long time.

“Maybe now I can stop carrying all of this alone,” he said.

I covered his hand with mine.

“You already have.”

PART 17

Colton discovered that his father’s wealth could not solve every problem.