Into the Lion’s Den

Sensing my misery, Tristan added, ‘But hey, don’t worry, I’m sure she’ll come around eventually. Love conquers all, right?’ ‘Right,’ I managed. He probably saw something in my face and quickly changed the subject. ‘Anyway, who’s this Erin? Have I met her before?’ ‘No, she’s new to the city.’ I told him most of it, skipping over the sordid parts. Tristan let out a low whistle. ‘I know she’s your sister and has been through a lot, but I gotta say, she sounds like a spoiled brat. And believe me, speaking as a former brat, I know what I’m talking about.’ I couldn’t argue with him on that point. ‘If she hadn’t blabbed about your, you know, you and my Uncle Kieran would be a happily married couple by now. And Nana wouldn’t be on a ridiculous hunger strike. None of this mess would have happened.’ ‘Do you think I should just leave her alone?’ I asked the former brat for advice, having no one else to talk to. He drummed his fingers on the steering wheel, blew out a breath. ‘Nah, I think you are