I would have never thought you were my child all along.
No wonder we bonded so well.
I have lived with the guilt of giving you up for the last 28 years.
But, I also know I would do it again if I had a second chance.
I am so sorry, Will.
I can understand if you never want to forgive me. I can understand if you hate it.
But you should know the truth.
You were the price for my sister’s life and everything I have today. As much as it hurts me, I would make the same choice.
I am sorry.
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Aria sobbed in John’s arms after she completed her story.
William sat beside her and pulled her in his arms instead.
“I don’t hate you. I hate that you had to suffer so much. I hate that I have lived a blissfully carefree life when you have lived in guilt. I hate that I have never given you the love and respect you deserve. I hate that I do not deserve a mother as wonderful as you. But if you let me, it would be my honor to make up for that, to call you my mother.”
Aria sobbed harder, listening to him.
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