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THE NEXT DAY

Melinda decided she was going to do a half-day at work today because she wanted to sort out things with Alexander. She still did not have any plans on her mind yet but she was determined to reconcile with him today.

Melinda took a look at the time and saw that it was almost three in the afternoon. She searched for her phone and called her mother.

"Hi mom," Mel said.

"How are you, my child?" Michelle said from the other side.

"I'm fine, mom. How's dad?" Mel asked.

"He's fine," Michelle said.

"Is there anything bothering you sweetheart?" Michelle could not help but notice worry in her daughter's voice.

Melinda sighed, thinking of how to explain the whole issue to her mom.

"Is it about Alexander?" Her mom asked out of the blue.

"Yes," Mel whispered.

"He told me everything," Michelle said.

"He did?" Mel asked, shocked.

"Yes, he told your father and me the whole story."

"I don't