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CHAPTER TWENTY

Author: Chris D
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Flora's POV

I fold the last of my clothes into the suitcase, pressing down to make room for everything. It’s funny how a place can feel like home one minute and like a prison the next. I glance around the bedroom, the one I used to share with Stanley, the one where I once imagined building a future together. Now, I’m being kicked out like I was never here.

A soft knock on the door makes me pause. I turn and see my mother, Mrs. Grace, standing at the doorway, a warm smile on her face.

"Mom," I whisper, and before I know it, I’m in her arms, hugging her tightly.

She strokes my back. "My baby," she murmurs. "You’ve been through so much."

I nod, my throat tight. I don’t trust myself to speak, afraid I’ll break down completely.

Mom pulls away and walks over to the crib, where Aurora is sound asleep. She picks her up gently and kisses her chubby little cheeks. "Oh, my sweet grandbaby. You’re getting more beautiful by the day."

For a brief moment, I allow myself to smile, watching my mot
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