Silent Desolation

Donovan's frown deepened as he caught the awkwardness in her smile through the rearview mirror, but he said nothing, driving the family home in silence.

Upon arriving, Richard could hardly wait to show Vera the blueprint. "Vera, Cecelia's drawn up the plans for our estate, take a look. Do you like it?"

Vera was staring blankly from the balcony, but at the mention of "Cecelia", she brightened up, s