I was lost for words. The relationship between Aidan and me was ambiguous.
My mother understood immediately when she saw my expression.
She patted my hand and said, "Bring him here today. Let us meet him."
Her words startled me. I quickly waved my hand in denial. "No, don't think nonsense. It was Oscar's mom who misunderstood me that day. I really have nothing to do with him."
I had enough on my plate and Aidan was innocent. I couldn't let them disturb his life.
But she insisted, "Don't hide it from me. You are my daughter. How can I not understand you? Since we can't do anything about your divorce, you shouldn't be the one at loss."
"No. It's the truth," I said.
Seeing how I wouldn't give in, she then asked me why I got a divorce.
I told them the truth, which incensed them.
"You
