They Announced They Were Moving Into My Dream Beach House — I Prepared A Welcome They Never Expected

smaller and older than I remembered.

I walked downstairs and opened the front door.

Victoria beamed like I’d invited her to a vacation rental. “There she is. Our girl.”

“Victoria,” I replied neutrally.

My father’s eyes met mine, tired and apologetic. “Bonnie, Victoria told me you invited us—”

“I didn’t,” I said clearly.

Victoria’s smile didn’t flicker. “Oh,continue reading …