Rosie opened the door before I could knock, her eyes wide for just a moment before she pressed on a bright smile.
“You came.”
“Yes. We need to talk. You scheduled your housewarming for the day of Nancy’s funeral.”
“Cassie… I didn’t expect to see you here.”
Her eyes darted to the group behind me. “Could you not say that so loudly? If you do this in front of everyone, Cassie, I’ll tell them you’re unstable. I’ll make sure they believe it. Mom even chose me over you.”
“I’m not whispering about my child, Rosie.”
“You’re bringing down the mood, Cassie.” She forced another smile for someone waving from the sidewalk. “Come inside before you freeze.”
