“I don’t miss him,” I snapped, my words harsher than I intended. “You’re wrong, Marta. You have no idea what you're talking about.”She didn’t flinch or back away. Instead, she walked closer, her gaze softening with an almost motherly warmth. “I may not know everything, Madam,” she said quietly, “but I know you. And I know when your heart is in pain, even if you try to hide it.”I felt my throat tighten, and for a fleeting second, I almost let the tears that had been threatening to spill over break free. But I swallowed hard, pushing them down, refusing to show any more weakness. I wouldn’t let myself fall into that trap.“I’m fine,” I repeated, though it sounded less convincing this time. “I’m just fine, Marta.”She nodded slowly, but I could see the concern still lingering in her eyes. She didn’t push me further, though I knew she wanted to. Instead, she gave me a small, understanding smile, one that spoke volumes without saying a word.“I’ll take care of everything, Madam,” she sai
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