Wrong answer.
I pulled out my phone and hit record just as Harry slapped Dahlia, knocking her down once again. Leaping in front of her, I calmly looked at Harry. “I think you have caused enough damage for one day. I suggest you leave this school before you’re arrested for spousal abuse.”
Right then, the school’s rent-a-cop rushed over, gripping Harry’s forearm. “You’re coming with me.”
Fighting the entire way, Harry was dragged off the scene.
“Are you all right?” I hugged Dahlia to me as she started to cry.
“I didn’t think he would get violent. He’s never had a temper like that before.” She sniffled in my arms.
“He’s never been kicked out of the house before either. Do you have somewhere you and Noah can stay for a little while? I don’t think it’s wise to go back to your house right now.”
The from before walked up to us. “Dahlia, I’m sure Tessa and Mark wouldn’t mind having you guys over for a few nights. Why don’t you give my sister a call?”
“Thank you, Rhett. I’ll do that.” Dahlia smiled at him before turning to me. “And thank you for stepping in. You were the right choice for a lawyer.”
“I’m just sorry we couldn’t deescalate the situation sooner.”
“Mommy?” The wide eyes of Noah peered up at us as tears started to well up in them.
“Oh honey, don’t worry. Mommy’s fine,” Dahlia cooed. “We’re going to stay with some friends for a few days while Daddy calms down. Everything is going to be fine.”
“What’s wrong with Daddy? Why did he get so mad?”
Dahlia looked over to me. “I think I need to take him out of here and really explain what is going on.”
“If you need anything, just let me know.” I squeezed her arm before waving goodbye.
“Well, that was a little crazy.” Rhett shoved his hands into his pockets, leaning against my table of baked goods.
“That’s a word for it. I’m Harper.” I reached out my hand to officially make his acquaintance.
“Rhett Davis. What brings a divorce lawyer to an elementary school bake sale?”
I laughed a little. “Just helping a friend.”
“Got roped into this shindig too, I take it.” He smiled wide as his ice blue eyes lit up a bit.
“Not a parent either?”
Shaking his head, he answered, “An uncle. My sister, brother-in-law, and I run a bed and breakfast just outside of town. I pulled the short straw and they’re running the inn.”
“Lucky you.”
“I should probably go make sure Tessa is able to get Dahlia and Noah a room for a bit. It was nice meeting you, Harper.”
“Same to you, Rhett. Thanks for helping Dahlia.”
“That’s what friends are for,” he stated quickly with a little shrug. “Besides, Noah and Raymond will have a blast hanging out for a few days.”
“There’s always a silver lining.” I giggled—giggledlike a stupid pre-teen talking to her crush for the first time.
“That there is.” Rhett shot me a little wink before shoving away from the table. “See ya later, Harper.”
As I goofily waved goodbye with crimson coating my entire body, Caroline rushed over to me.
“What just happened?” she whispered.