Bitter Echoes

Phyllis took a step forward, not trying to pull her son away, but instead, aggressively shoved Beatrice.

Beatrice reacted quickly and, sensing danger, quickly moved to another spot.

Phyllis missed, almost falling face-first to the ground.

"Mom, what are you doing?" Warren asked angrily, pulling his hand away from wiping Beatrice's skirt.

Phyllis snorted, still full of anger. "What do you think you