like a guest.
She reorganized Susan’s kitchen without permission.
She moved photographs of Susan’s late father because she didn’t like where they were displayed.
She invited relatives over for dinners without asking.
She replaced household items because they weren’t to her taste.
And whenever she spoke to neighbors, Margaret referred casually to the property as “Richard’s house.”
Susan had corrected her more than once.
Margaret laughed each time.
That afternoon, Susan didn’t have time for another argument.
She called Richard.
He answered after several rings.
“Hey. I’m about to walk
