With all of the confrontation I loved that the people in the diner stood up for Marc. It really shows inclusivity which you don't find in small towns in the real world. Jonathan is a predator and wants whatever he could get. Notice Maggie didn't come with Jonathan because she has no voice? So long, farewell, auf Wiedersehen, goodbye! They were never parents anyway just biological contribution.
The Adventures of Tom and Huck really pulled at the heart strings. To me it was really the major point in the chapter. It brings proof that they were both loved. Not one over the other, but both. Maybe bringing two brothers to accepting each other over a life of a dysfunctional childhood.
@Libby Drew what another wonderful chapter! I love your writing! Please let there be more stories beyond this story! Next chapter please!!