Zachary said, “In my heart, your mom always comes first.”

“I know Mom comes first in your heart, and Callia and I have never wanted to compete for that spot. It’s just… Dad, you shouldn’t make it so obvious. Mom just got here.”

Heath stood up and gave his seat to Serenity.

“Mom, say something. He’s always like this. He’s hurting our feelings as his children.”

He complained to his mother, acting as if he had been deeply wronged.

Serenity gently pulled away Zachary’s arm, which was wrapped ar