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"Elaine, are you looking for Ethan for something?" Tessa's voice broke through my thoughts.

Snapping back to reality, I replied, "No. I thought we were having a family lunch today."

"What family lunch?" Tessa huffed. "Since you left, we haven't had a single one."

Her tone wasn't accusatory, but I knew the rift stemmed from my departure. Still, I wasn't going to apologize-I didn't believe I was at fault.

"Elaine, you really must come. I haven't seen you in ages, and there's so much I want to talk about," Tessa sighed.

Her words made it impossible to refuse. I knew she probably wanted to vent about Logan and Selene, but as Logan's ex, it didn't feel appropriate for me to get involved.

I didn't want to sit there and listen to complaints that might pull me into their

mess.

"Tessa, I might not be able to make it," I said, trying to decline politely.

"If you don't come, are you planning to cut ties with me altogether?" Tessa said, her voice heavy with emotion. "Elaine, ever since you left, I haven't slept well or eaten properly. Just for today, can you be my daughter and have lunch with me?"

Her plea tugged at my heartstrings, leaving me no room to refuse. With a sigh, I relented. "Tessa, I'll do my best to come."

"I'll be waiting for you," she said firmly, making it clear there would be no backing out.

I decided to go, thinking this might be an opportunity to learn more about the truth behind my parents' car accident.

After working at the office until 11 a.m., I left and headed to the restaurant Tessa had mentioned. When I arrived, the waiter recognized me and promptly led me to a private room.

"Please," the waiter said, holding the door open for me.

I stepped inside, only to find not just Tessa, but also Logan and Selene seated at the table.

wasn't fear that kept me away, but their presence left a bitter taste in my mouth, one that

been waiting for you," Tessa greeted me warmly, pulling

hug.

hard to remain upset with Tessa's kindness, so I forced a smile.

two of

to be," Tessa pouted, gesturing toward Logan and Selene.

believe it was a coincidence. Still, leaving now would only make Tessa uncomfortable and make me seem incapable

said,

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for intruding." Selene said, her

they really felt like intruders, they could have left instead of sitting there so

as she appeared. I now knew better.

I'd known you were coming, I wouldn't

and Logan's face darkened. He quickly

tension in the room was

you've put on a little weight recently. Your hands

pounds recently, though not from heartbreak. It was

at peace.

be because I'm in a good mood-eating well

Tessa glanced at him

moment, I wondered if Tessa could really be my biological mother. When it came to me and Logan,

faintly, pressing my lips

again. "Is Ashton free? If he is, he should

Logan snapped, his

the subject. "You love the grilled fish here. Should we order

Logan's irritation. "Elaine loves it

I noticed they were all my favorites. Tessa served me every dish as though I

conversation, but Tessa dismissed her entirely. Selene's face

painfully awkward. If I were Selene, I would have been overwhelmed

discomfort.

for as long as I could, I excused myself