She’s quiet for a beat. Mollie’s eyes fill all over again. “Maybe I didn’t think I deserved it. Being able to keep my life here and keep you. Feels like I’m getting away with something. Like I’m going to be punished for not doing things the way I’ve been taught they should be done.” “Making your dreams happen?” I ask. “That feels like a crime?” Mollie’s crying again. I don’t miss how Aubrey reaches over and grabs her daughter’s other hand. “That’s all I ever wanted for you, you know. For you to make your dreams come true.” Aubrey sniffles. “I just don’t want you to give up on the dreams you
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