CHAPTER FORTY
Avery woke up early to have breakfast with Rose. The time together was strained. Rose ate quietly, and when she was done, Rose took her coffee and prepared to head to her room.
“Is this how it’s going to be from now on?” Avery asked.
“What do you mean?”
“This,” Avery said. “You ignoring me.”
Rose furrowed her brow.
“I’ve been trying to figure something out all night,” she said. “Our relationship. I know you wanted to help me yesterday. That’s why you came to my dorm and put me in this house. I have one question though: How is that different from anyone else? You’ve blown me off countless times for other people. Now you’re helping me. So, did you do this because I’m your daughter, or would you have done it for anyone?”
“I did this for you,” Avery said. “You’re my daught
