Sandra As I say the words, I realize they're not the whole truth, and I decide I need to come completely clean. “Okay, that's a lie. I've been talking to my mom about you too, trying to get some perspective and some thoughts on how I can fix things and make things better between us and not make a mistake like this again. Because you matter to me, Rico. You're important to me.”“You matter to me too, and you're important. I'm sorry for doubting you.” There's still a troubled look deep in his eyes, and I can't help but wonder if he trusts me for real, or if he's just saying this to be kind.My phone chimes and I pull it out of my pocket, wondering who could possibly be reaching out to me right now. I see I have a voicemail and I hold up one finger. Rico nods and I dial my voicemail to listen to the message. I don't recognize the number of the caller, and I don't remember hearing my phone ring.The second voicemail picks up, I hear a familiar voice. “Hi Sandra, it's Lindsay, with The Re
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