Janice povThe loading zone goes silent after Nelson says Franco stays with me. Virginia’s men hesitate, Confused on who to obey now that Nelson has openly defied his mother.I still did not soften. I glared at him“Don’t act like this makes you a father, Nelson.”Nelson meets my eyes. “I’m not asking you to forgive me. I’m asking you to let me start.”Something in my chest tightens, slightly, watching him stand between his family’s cruelty and his son for the first time .I kept him silence.Nelson tries to speak with me again, but i did not give him the chance to explain himself.I ignored him.But I decided to keep him silence.Lucas helps organize their exit.Unlike Nelson, Lucas does not try to claim a place in Franco’s life.He simply protects us.As we leave, Lucas can’t hide his unease. “He remembers loyalty the moment it’s convenient for him.”I answered sharply.“I’m not choosing him, Lucas. I’m choosing Franco’s safety.” “I know.” He pauses. “I just don’t want to wa
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