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2024-10-29 19:42:56“MAMA!” Ruby pulled her mother's wheelchair back instantly, while Ed wiped his face, his eyes squinting—stinging from the juice that had hit them directly.
“Daddy, here.” AJ approached with tissues for him, then led Ed away. AJ seemed accustomed to Jade's sudden changes in behavior. He stepped back while his mother calmed down.
“Mama, what’s wrong?” Ruby stroked her mother’s shoulder, which was moving and heaving with anger. She continued to glare at Ed with hatred in her eyes.
“Tell him I’m not coming back! I won’t give up, Ruby!” Jade grabbed Ruby’s hand on her shoulder and pulled her closer.
“Where is Gemma? Have you seen her? Bring her here! We’re leaving!” Jade began wheeling herself toward the door.
“Mama, who is Gemma?” Ruby had never heard that name before.
“Gemma! Your sister! Hurry! They’ll be here any minut
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