The Deputy's New Family. Jenna Mindel

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      Beth hesitated in accepting. Teacher mode, Diane had said. Her kids made pictures for her all the time. She had a slew of them in her desk. But this one was special. Like the boy in front of her. “What about your dad? He might like it, too.”

      Corey shrugged and looked away.

      Beth regrouped. She didn’t want to hurt the boy’s feelings by refusing. Nick wouldn’t mind, would he? “Thank you, Corey. I know right where it’ll go.”

      His eyes brightened. “Really?”

      “Really. Would you like to make another one?”

      “Nope.” Corey gathered up his brushes and headed for the sink. “I’m done.”