JENNIFER
As my mother cradled me in her warm embrace, the car came to a gentle stop at the bustling airport. The thought of releasing her hand filled me with a bittersweet ache and resentment towards Marco for repeatedly whisking her away from me. They were embarking on yet another honeymoon trip, masqueraded as a business venture by Marco. Despite my mixed feelings, I couldn't help but appreciate the joy he brought to my mother's life. Yet, a looming sense of loneliness crept over me, knowing I would be left in the big, echoing mansion, since Luca had not returned and I had not seen or heard from him even in school, but Tammy assured me he was fine, but she was sorry she couldn't disclose his location because he had warned strictly against it.
As we all stepped out of the car, I clun
