Professor Lucien
“How was I supposed to know you’ve added weight?”
I blink, stunned. ““How could you not know?” I snap, heat rising behind my eyes. My voice tightens. “It’s been what—two years since you last took my measurements, Mom. You really thought I’d stay exactly the same?”
She scoffs, her eyes narrowing. She tilts her head. “I’m guessing excess alcohol. That would explain the bloating.”
“Mom,” I warn, heat flushing through my face.
“I’m just saying,” she continues, like she’s the victim here. “If you weren’t drinking so much, I wouldn’t have to be dealing with… this.” She waves her hand at me like I’m a delivery gone wrong.