fell sideways. But I never let go of that rope. I scrambled to my feet and eased the boat against the dock. Dad stepped off to tie the stern rope while I tied the bow. I waited for him to say, âNice work,â or, âWell done,â or, maybe, âSorry I yelled at you,â but he didnât even look my way. He patted the pockets of his shorts. âAnyone seen my wallet?â he asked. Amy appeared from nowhere. âIâll get it, Dad,â she said and disappeared into the cabin. I stared after her. Dad? Since when was he her dad? This kid wanted everything that was mine.