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As the sun dipped low on the horizon, casting long shadows across the suburban street, the air inside Lorenzo’s home was fraught with tension. The recent drugging incident at his birthday party had left everyone on edge, especially Skylar. With the police stumped and Skylar feeling unwell, the atmosphere was heavy with uncertainty.Emilio had embarked on another work trip, a couple of days after Lorenzo was discharged, leaving Skylar to care for Valentina, Jared, and Lorenzo. Unfortunately, fate dealt a cruel blow as Skylar fell ill a day after.“I’m sorry, kids. Mommy isn’t feeling well today,” Skylar rasped, her voice hoarse as she tucked herself under the covers.Valentina, ever the responsible elder cousin, stepped up to the plate. “It’s okay, Auntie Skylar. I’ll take care of you and the boys.”Jared nodded eagerly, his eyes wide with concern. “Yeah, we’ll make you feel better, Mom!”Lorenzo, sensing the sombre mood, toddled over to Skylar’s bedside, clutching his favourite
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Jason sat nervously in his car outside Skylar’s house, rehearsing what he was going to say over and over again. After his talk with Emilio a few days ago, he had realized that he was in fact wrong for challenging her skills, especially when he had in fact ripped her of the opportunity to be a parent. He knew he had messed up, and he couldn’t bear the weight of guilt any longer. He had to apologize, even if it meant risking his pride.Taking a deep breath, he gathered his courage and stepped out of the car. He approached Skylar’s front door and knocked softly, his heart pounding in his chest.Skylar opened the door, her expression curious, but it immediately turned cold upon seeing him. “Jason? What are you doing here?”“Can we talk, Skylar? Please?” Jason’s voice trembled slightly as he spoke.Skylar hesitated for a moment before nodding. “Sure, come on in.”They sat down in the living room, facing each other awkwardly. Jason struggled to find the right words, his throat sudden
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Emilio woke up to the sound of Skylar’s loud voice, yelling at the children. He quickly made his way down the stairs and to the kitchen where he could here her heavy footsteps pacing back and forth in the kitchen. As he entered, he noticed her slumped shoulders and puffy eyes, a stark contrast to her usual bubbly self. The children, were now quietly sitter at the table, surprise marring their faces, with the exception of Lorenzo who looked ready to cry.“Morning, Skylar. Everything okay?” Emilio asked, concern evident in his voice.Skylar forced a weak smile, but it didn’t reach her eyes. “Yeah, just tired,” she replied, her voice devoid of its usual enthusiasm.But Emilio wasn’t convinced. He watched as Skylar snapped at the kids several times, for being too loud, something she never did. Concern turned to alarm. “Skylar, what’s going on? You’re not yourself today.”Tears welled up in Skylar’s eyes as she sank into a chair at the kitchen table. “It’s Jason,” she whispered, her vo
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