91. The Shameless One and the Suitable One
Susy
"Are you leaving, honey?"
My mother's voice filters in from the kitchen just as I finish washing my hands and pick up my purse. I've just had breakfast, and I'm all set to head to work. This week I'm going to have to juggle reorganizing Derian's work. He asked for a few more days since his mother wasn't well and dad, as always, is responsible for taking the twins to school.
So, I'll be facing the traffic and work stress on my own.
"Yes, mom, I'm leaving now. Thanks, to my brother-in-law, I'll have more work than usual," I reply in a light tone, almost as a joke.
I don't miss the way she looks at me. Her smile is faint but revealing, as if she feels relieved to hear me mention Derian so naturally, as if it no longer hurt. And she's right
