“You don’t have to explain anything to me. She was your mum and you had every right to grieve however you saw fit. I need you to know that you will always have me. Just because Amber isn’t here anymore doesn’t mean I stop being your dad. You will never be a burden and it is killing me that I made you feel like that. You don’t owe me an apology for doing what you felt was right. If anyone needs to apologise, it’s me. When she passed away, I was completely lost. I should have helped with the funeral and been there for you.” Seeing him cry triggers the same reaction in me. “I am so sorry, Ava. I
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