“Mom,” I called out, not needing to turn around to see her. Her scent gave her away.“Hmm, it’s me, son. What are you doing out here all alone?” Mom asked as she walked over and sat on a rock near me.“I’m fine, just needed to be alone, Mom.”“I thought you quit,” she said, pointing to the cigarette in my hand.“I thought so too, but I guess it’s helping for now,” I replied with a half-smile.Mom stretched her hand out, motioning for me to hand over the pack. I laughed softly at her gesture before passing it to her. She took a cigarette, lit it with my lighter, and took a few drags, exhaling slowly.“I thought you quit too,” I teased, smirking at her.She turned to me, smiling. “I thought I did too, son.” We both burst into laughter.Mom has always been my partner in crime. No matter what, she’s always there, making sure I’m okay. That’s a mother’s love, right?We sat in silence for a few minutes before she broke it.“Son, I want you to remember that the Moon Goddess loves all her c
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