Sherman, who emerged a step behind, observed the scene with a mixture of amusement and disbelief. It was quite a spectacle and no doubt provided a window into Rita's drama-laden life. It would not be surprising for anyone in her position to leave the home as soon as they reached adulthood. Facing those two melodramatic figures day in and day out would be tiring, to say the least.

Though the situation was a rather clear-cut one, Sherman watched in bewilderment as Vince approached Rita sternly and asked, "Why did you raise your hand against your sister?"

Meanwhile, Karen continued to weep. She staggered forward, knelt, and checked Sadie's body for signs of an injury. "Are you hurt, Sadie?"

Sadie, tearful and apprehensive, cast a furtive glance toward Rita.

that Sadie was looking at her and turned to glare back at Sadie. It gave the impression that

retorted in frustration. "Do you even know what she did? Why are you accusing

remained stern. "It doesn't matter what she did. Violence is never the answer. Have you forgotten everything

snorted. "Get along with her? That's the last thing that will

she's still your sister. And she's still young too. What if she gets severely injured. because you got physical with her earlier? I'm not asking for much, Rita. I just want you to be kinder to her. Can't you

if Sadie was still injured. "Are you okay, Sadie? Let me know if you feel even a

when she saw the three of them huddled together. Vince was supposed to be her biological father, yet he

Dad. Don't be mad at

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