Chapter 21

Liam stared at the sorry excuse of a stepfather for Veronica. He knew sooner or later one of them would approach him about money or pretend to care about Veronica. 

Evelyn had pushed the limit so she settled on her husband.

"You need to make an appointment to speak to me and my time is already taken up. Try again," Liam said, proceeding on his way. 

Henry twisted the hat in his hands. When Veronica got married to this man, he thought his money problems would be over but how long was it since Liam offered him money? He couldn't remember the last time. 

"I am here to talk about my daughter," Henry informed Liam.

Liam's laughter was the response to what Henry said. "Your daughter? That is what you are calling her now? After how many years of knowing her do you now want to call Veronica your daughter? Before you knew we were dating, it was always Evelyn's daughter. Have it stay that way."