With that, Frank waltzes out the open front door. Sam sits a bit more upright to insure Frank heads down the porch steps. Then his pained eyes turn to Abby, who is trembling in the hallway. Their eyes lock once more.

Now with pity and shame in her eyes, she steps over and holds out her hand to help Sam up. Sam’s eyes are filled with rage. He smacks her hand away hard, and shuffles away from her.