One Time Too Many
"This time… I don't know how long the delay will be. Eira isn't doing well. You should go ahead and tell your friends the ceremony's off. We'll talk again when she's fully recovered. And you–"
"I know," I cut him off.
I knew exactly what he was about to say. It was the same old routine of "I'm sorry", a handful of gifts, and him trying to make up for it.
I used to blow up at him every time… It no longer mattered, though.
There was silence on his end. He had clearly prepared a whole list of excuses and did not expect me to give in so easily.
Then he spoke again, carefully.
"I've found a new doctor for Eira. She should improve soon. When that happens, she won't affect us anymore."
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