Emma took a deep breath, trying to steady herself before she spoke. Her mother’s hands were warm on her face, a comforting touch that only reminded her of how much she needed this moment to go right. But the weight of what she was about to say pressed down on her chest, and her words felt like stones in her throat.“I found something, Mom,” Emma said, her voice trembling just slightly. “Something I never expected, something that... changes everything.” Her mother’s brow furrowed, her fingers still gently holding Emma’s face, urging her to continue. “What did you find, sweetheart? Whatever it is, we’ll figure it out together.”Emma swallowed hard, feeling the sting of tears threatening to rise. She took a few steps back, distancing herself from her mother’s touch, needing a moment to collect her thoughts. Her heart was racing, and her mind was spinning, but there was no turning back now. She couldn’t keep this secret any longer.“I found the contract,” Emma said, her voice barely abov
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