I had never told Thomas about it.

I had never told Anna, either.

Spencer watched the recognition settle over my face.

“May I come inside?”

“No.” My answer came out sharper than intended.

“You may put the envelope on the porch and step back.”

He obeyed immediately, retreating all the way to the sidewalk.

I waited until he reached the SUV before opening the door just wide enough to snatch the envelope.