An Outsider in My Own Family
"I'm telling you that Madie is forever my daughter, Heidi. It's impossible for me to choose you over her. If you come back now, I won't hold the past against you, and I'll treat you like how I treat Madie. But if you keep acting out, I'll really cut ties with you!"
"No, I'm the one who's cutting ties with all of you," I said calmly, without any ounce of sadness. I'm giving you three days to pack up. After that, I'll get someone to take back the car and house. Lastly, I hope you enjoy your life, Madam Wellis."
The call ended quickly, yet I knew things wouldn't be that easy to resolve. After all, it was impossible for leeches to give up on a refillable blood bag.