I moved over to her and knelt, smoothing a strand of hair behind her ear. "Kyla, Mommy has to go to work now. Miss Julia will be here soon to stay with you, okay?"Kyla nodded, her understanding eyes far too wise for a child her age. "It's okay, Mommy. I know you have to work. You're working hard for us."Her words pierced my heart. I tried to smile, but the guilt weighed heavy. I hugged her tightly, breathing in the scent of her hair, a mix of baby shampoo and innocence."I love you so much, Kyla. You know that, right?""I know, Mommy. I love you too."I kissed her forehead and stood up, grabbing my coat and bag. As I reached the door, a familiar ache settled in my chest. The memory of my son, taken from me the day he was born, was never far from my mind. It has been the most difficult four and a half years of my life. I always wonder how my son is doing, if he is happy, and if he knows he has a mother who loves him fiercely from afar. It was a thought that haunted me, a constant sha
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