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They mirrored me, smiling like nothing was wrong. “To family. To the people we trust most in this world.”
“I’ve always believed family meant everything. When your dad died, Thomas, I worked three jobs to keep us afloat. I gave up my dreams so you could chase yours.”
Thomas shifted uneasily.
“Mom, where’s this going?”
“I gave you $40,000 for this apartment so Max could grow up close to me. I pay $800 every month for his daycare because I love that boy more than my own life.”
Lila’s smile faltered, just for a second. “But I recently learned something important.” I set my cup down slowly.
“The daycare only costs $500.”
