I had to admit, that tactic worked pretty well.
Grace told Logan, "Your Uncle Jayden and his wife Maria are coming to dinner. Your dad's made reservations."
She glanced at me. "Oh, and dead weight, you're coming too."
This was the first time Grace ever invited me to a family event. Jayden was always on about how useless education was for girls. He'd often said to Grace, "Rebecca should just get married instead of wasting time at college."
I'd almost never been included in meals with Jayden's family. Something felt off about today.
At the restaurant, Grace made a big deal about introducing Logan's girlfriend, Flora, who was all sweetness and light. She was quite the opposite of her earlier self. And She charmed Jayden and Maria into fits of laughter.
As we ate, the talk shifted to Logan's wedding. Grace boasted about my lottery win, openly declaring that I'd be funding Logan's new house and dowry.
Jayden looked pleased. "Grace, you've raised a good daughter. Rebecca, with her college education, clearly knows the importance of supporting her brother."