Chapter Fourty-two

[Laura's POV]

"How did you know Gail?"

I inquired, but she remained silent for an extended period and did not respond. But I could hear her breath on the other end of the line, so I didn't hang up and waited for her to speak again.

"Why are you asking? You don't have to know your story, you're not in that scene... you're just an intruder in our lives, you're like a dirty bubble that pops up just to be a substitute, right?" she exclaims, laughing.

She's mocking and laughing at me, but I don't sense any insecurity or hatred from that possibly because I know her insult isn't that harsh. After all, that's not a secret to hide or be ashamed of.

"I'm sorry, Miss, but those kinds of words didn't affect me now. Being Gail's substitute as a mother of twins is truly a blessing for me and my life; I would choose to be her substitute over and over again if given the chance." I replied honestly, holding my chest and smiling, remembering and realizing that I am indeed lucky.

"A substitute mother? H