The Perfect Act

"You're both busy, so I don't want to trouble you. I know my way even when I'm alone." Miriam patted Declan's hand, looking content.

"It's no trouble at all. If you say that, Grandma, are you treating your grandson-in-law as an outsider?" Declan's voice turned a little sterner as he said seriously.

Miriam hastily waved her hands. "No, no, of course not! I'm just scared that you're busy, so—"

Decla