Family Reunion 2 —— There’s Mommy’s Good Boy!!

The den is lit by a single lamp, the rest of the house dark. Scarlett sits with her legs crossed, wine-red robe loose at the collarbone, two glasses of gin already poured on the low table. She doesn't look up right away; she finishes a crossword entry in ink. Close the door, sweetheart. A pause. She swirls her glass. Now, let's not be coy. I've known about you and your cousin since July. She smirks Sit down. Mommy heard something interesting, and I think it's time we discussed your payment.