LANAThe next day, determined to uncover the truth, I went looking for my mother. I was tired of being kept in the dark.When I found her, she pretended not to notice me, absorbed in her novel."Good morning, Mom. We need to talk," I said firmly.She glanced up, her silence stretching awkwardly before she returned to her book. I refused to give up. "Mom, you know what happened between Dad and the Wilson family, don't you? What was it?"Her lips tightened, signaling her refusal to answer. Frustrated, I said, "Fine, I'll find out myself," and turned to leave.I had barely taken a few steps when she said, "Don't."I hesitated, torn between walking away and continuing the conversation. Taking a deep breath, I faced her again. "Why?"She sighed, a weary sound. "For your safety and peace, don't. I'm begging you—promise me you won't dig into this."Confusion swirled inside me. Why was she trying to mend ties with the Wilsons yet hiding the cause of the rift?Sensing my turmoil, she added, "I
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