“Maybe you should focus on healing instead,” Mom says. “So you can rejoin the ballet in a few months.” “Mom, I have to earn money.” “Move back home, then. You can give ballet classes to the kids in the area.” That makes me chuckle. “I don’t think a single one would be interested. This is a good solution, Mom. It’s stable. At least until I get my hip in order.” “I don’t know this man,” she says firmly. “He could be anyone. And living with him? It’s not safe.” I sigh. “He’s Connie’s brother, Mom. You know Connie. You’ve met Connie.” “So? I don’t care if he’s the Pope’s own brother. He can still
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