The captain set a fatherly hand on her shoulder. “Just raise your children right. A lot of addicts never had a chance. It doesn’t matter if they’re from affluent homes or the slums. If they’re neglected and allowed to run wild, they’re going to get into trouble. You can impress on them the dangers of drugs at an early age.”
Gabriella looked like she wanted to say something, but she stayed quiet until they’d said their goodbyes.
Continuing their walk, Misty said, “What is it? You looked uncomfortable back there.”
“Not at all, but he brought up something I’ve been meaning to talk with you about. I know it’s none of my business, but I hope you’ll consider being a stay-at-home mom. At least until the child goes to school.”
Misty opened her mouth to respond, but something caught her attention. A man in a hoodie, who didn’t look right wearing one.Is that Adam?The figure faded back into an alley, and by the time they pulled up even with it, he was gone.
When she was able to focus on what Gabriella had said, she mumbled, “I’ll need to talk to Gabe about it.”
Her mother-in-law nodded and seemed satisfied with her answer. Misty wondered if she should mention the guy she’d seen. Finally, she decided not to. She was probably being paranoid.
