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2021-07-05 08:17:08A mother's love for her child is incomparable. There is nothing they wouldn't their children. Eva learned that from her adopted mother. But instead of letting Jack go, Eva became a willing participant in an abusive relationship. Every day, Jack would do something to her that dehumanize or demoralize her. Or worst, hurt her, but all she would be is cry. Because she doesn't want her family to fall into ruin.
"Ms. Eva, are you alright?" An agent noticed that Eva could not walk straight.
"Yeah, I'm fine. I'm just having some girl problem." Eva lied.
"Oh! Oh, okay. If you need something just let us know." He said and Eva just nod.
Lindon saw Eva and ran towards her. "Eva, you know that if you need help, Giselle and I are here for you, right?" He whispered as he helped Eva to walk into her office.
"If fine, Lindon, just having—"
"Yeah, some girl problems." Lindon finished her sentence for her. "I've had that excuse from you since forever. Do
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