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Can you keep a Secret?

Author: Cynthia Ray
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

Vivian, still clad in her nightwear and hastily thrown-on kimono, swung the door open to find her mother standing before her. Regina, her mother, was impeccably dressed even in her active wear, a testament to her unwavering commitment to maintaining a polished appearance. She wore a sleek black workout top that hugged her figure, paired with matching leggings and pristine white sneakers. Her silver hair was styled flawlessly, and a hint of perspiration on her forehead suggested she had just returned from an intense workout session.

"Good morning, Mom," Vivian greeted, her voice tinged with a mixture of relief and apprehension.

Regina acknowledged her daughter with a warm smile and gracefully made her way into the living room, taking a seat on the couch. Vivian followed suit, her mind racing with thoughts of the impending conversation.

"What is going on between you and your sister?" Regina asked directly, wasting no time in getting to the heart of the matter. Her piercing gaze locked o
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