Happy Family

Fifteen minutes later, we’re all sitting around a beautifully set dining table.

Mother smiles at everyone. “I wanted tonight to be a test for the setup for the wedding. It’s beautiful, isn’t it?”

I look down at my plate. Clean, with white napkins and gold silverware. There are flowers, vases, and candles spread across the middle of the table. I shift my gaze to Declan, who is sitting beside me an