Chapter 113: The Move

Aunt Mara could probably see that I was, or at least had been, having a bit of an internal struggle. She stood up and walked over to me, wrapping me in a big hug. "You're a big girl, Kate. You need to take control of your own life now. All I want is for you to be happy."

I hugged her tightly, feeling a mixture of emotions. Relief, excitement, and a touch of sadness at the thought of leaving her and the home I'd grown so comfortable in.

"I'll miss you," I whispered.

She pulled back and looked at me with an encouraging smile. "I'll miss you too, hun, but this is a good step for you. You're starting a new chapter in your life. I'm proud of you."

We spent the rest of the evening chatting aimlessly and I told her all about the setup at the twin's house and how I would have my own room. She agreed that that was probably a good idea due to our unique circumstances.

She went on to share stories from her own past, offering wisdom and advice that made me feel more supported in my decision, and