They know exactly how to manipulate good-hearted people like you,” he said softly, his own eyes darkening with anger. “They took advantage of your love for me, and I’m not going to let them get away with it.” Marie clung to him, her fingers digging into his back as she cried into his shoulder.
“I’ve lost so much, Danny,” she whispered, her voice muffled. “All my savings. It’s all gone.” Danny pulled back slightly, looking into her tear-streaked face. “There has to be a way to get it back, Grandma. We’ll figure something out,” he said, reassuring her.