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I am currently planning lunch for May and Xavier since no one bothered to come downstairs for lunch. Ruth took mom's lunch to her room as I was sure I was the last person she wanted to see right now or ever. She is already upset and I want to trouble her further.

Soniya is not at the house. So that left me and dad. The lunch was filled with awkward silence. Not a single word was exchanged between us. For once, I was actually grateful for that, even though I don't normally do well with awkward silence. I don't know what I would have said if dad wanted to have a conversation.

"Hope," I heard dad calling me out.

He almost sounded nervous, maybe even afraid of my reaction. My eyes pinched in frustration. Everything was okay. Why did he have to start a conversation suddenly?

"Yes dad", I made sure to keep my tone soft.

I heard him clear his throat. "You're angry with me?" Was I?

Honestly speaking, I didn't know if I was or not. I didn't know how to react or feel about the sudden informatio
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