Her mother's life story is such a tragedy that Layla is beginning to think she got the better end of the life deal. At least she didn't have a father who refused to be there when she needed him the most. Hers had simply disappeared before there was ever an emotional bond between them that would have made his absence painful.
Sighing, Layla puts the comb down, having run it through her hair too many times already. She has realized one thing. As much as her life sucked growing up alone, with the type of family hers turned out to be, it was probably better that way. But will she still stay away even after knowing that she was wrong about not being wanted?
Her aunt wanted and still wants her to be a part of the family. And Layla admits that she is drawn to the woman. Not only because she lo
