Chapter 8 — I Consolidated

Julian took a slow step into the bare living room, turning in a full circle, his bewilderment deepening.

“What happened to all their stuff?

Why is the living room cleared out?”

“I consolidated,” I said smoothly, taking a slow sip of my tea.

“While you were on your fishing trip, I realized that managing a five-bedroom house and two infants entirely by myself required a significant overhaul in organizational efficiency.

So I hired help.”