Page 195 of One in Three

LP

Nothing, really. [Pause.] Just plans for my parents’ party the next day. My mother had asked him to say a few words, and he wanted some anecdotes to use in his toast.

POLICE

Your mother had asked your ex-husband to givea toast, rather than your brother? Did that strike you as odd?

LP

No. Luke’s very shy, but Andrew’s used to public speaking. And he is – was – really close to Mum. Oh, God. [Sobs.] Sorry. I’m OK.

POLICE

Did you and Mr Page go to the beach together last night?

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