Adopted Son. Linda Warren

hated that he made her feel so guilty, so weak, and her fighting spirit surfaced. “You think you’re what’s best for Brady?”

      His eyes darkened even more if that were possible. “Are you questioning my abilities as a father?”

      “I’m questioning your abilities as a single father. Brady needs security and someone who is there for him twenty-four hours a day. Lisa and Keith can provide that. Can you?”

      He watched her for a moment and she resisted the urge to fidget. “So you’re going to make a case of a married couple verses a single man?”

      “I’m sorry, but yes.”

      “You know, I kind of thought you might recuse yourself to preserve family harmony. Guess I was wrong, huh?” He placed his hat on his head. “I would prefer it if you and I had no contact. If you’re at Eli and Caroline’s, I won’t go over and I’d appreciate the same courtesy. But knowing you, Grace, I’m sure you’ll do whatever you please.” He turned and walked out.