“All we want is what’s fair for everybody in this family,” he said.

His voice carried that booming command tone that expected nothing short of total agreement.

“Chloe and Vance need solid footing,” he said.

“They’re young, Leah.

They haven’t had the advantages you’ve had.”

“The military pays well when you’re deployed,” I said.

“Exactly,” Richard said.

“Which is why we all have to be practical about this property.