Sophia's body went cold the moment she saw Lily.
Of all places, of all days, her mother had come to the entrance of her new job.
Sophia forced her feet to move, but they felt heavy.
Lily stepped closer, eyes sharp. “There you are."
Sophia kept her voice low. “Why are you here?"
Lily laughed, harsh. “Why am I here? You disappeared for years. No word. No apology. You let us be shamed."
Sophia's stomach twisted. “You shamed me."
Lily's face tightened. “Don't talk back."
Sophia glanced around.
A group from marketing walked out together. Someone from finance followed behind them. Sophia felt her stomach sink as she realized how public this was.
“Don't do this here," Sophia said through clenched teeth.
Lily lifted her chin. “Where should I do it? In private so you can run again?"
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