Calculated Leverage

"You could remain stubborn. Sadie has a shady deal with you, right?" Killian walked over, looking at Vera's son, and said softly, "Hey boy, can you go home first? I'd like to talk to your mom about your dad."

Vera held her breath, and her back straightened immediately. Her fingers slowly clenched as she watched Killian cautiously. "Dean, you go upstairs first."

After Dean carried his backpack an