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Chapter 1307

Author: Breaking Wave
Renee fidgeted with her clothes and avoided eye contact with Lina, giving the impression that she had something difficult to express.

After a long pause, Renee finally looked up and forced a smile. "My mom needs constant care."

"Just that?" Lina sighed, concerned. "Renee, you need to consider this carefully. Taking care of your mom is important, but you shouldn't jeopardize your career for it."

"Lina, she's my mom." Renee's eyes showed a hint of sadness. "Since her surgery, her health has been declining. She can't be away from me even for a moment. I have to take care of her!"

"Is her condition serious?"

Renee shook her head.

Lina felt puzzled. She remembered Lena mentioning Kaitlyn and describing her as healthy, not someone seriously ill like Renee implied.

Lina considered that different people might perceive illness severity differently, leading to this discrepancy.

She composed herself and continued to advise, "Renee, don't you have nurses and caregivers at home? They can ta
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