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Chapter Twenty: Pending
Nathan's POV
"Don't forget what we have agreed on." I kept up with her fast pace. "I'm getting him at sixteen. You have promised me that.""Why not eighteen?"
"You bend the vine when it's still young Nathaniel. Marianna and i have a deal. Honour it. Please honour it."
"Consider it done mom. He'll be all yours at sixteen. We will still do our part."
She squeezed my arm peering into my eyes. "Are you alright Nathaniel? You seem lost."
"I'm just dealing with something. Nick is starting school pretty soon."
"You can afford it, right? I'm aware of your financial limitations and I know I have made it impossible. You've risen to the challenge every step of the way and I'm so proud of you. You never asked for help. You never failed even if you gave up your comfort for your son."
"I love that boy. I'll give up anything for him. Yes I'
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