Dad Only Loves His New Son
he asked, rising to his feet.
"It can still be treated," I responded flatly.
He nodded, as if he could finally breathe a sigh of relief. A long pause stretched between us before he said lowly, "I know that no matter what I do, I can never make it up to you, Zoey. But at the very least… finish school."
Looking at him, I responded, "I will, but it's not for you. I'm doing it for Mom."
He fell silent. He remained rooted to the spot, watching as I brushed past him. I didn't look back.