Chapter 47. A Missing Card and a Familiar Stranger

“Yes, they do” She added. But that is a blessing. They are smart. Too smart for their age. But we can not overlook the fact that they are kids and they have rights, Amanda. They have the right to ask questions about their father, about you, about me.”

“Those were not questions, mother. They were allegations.” Amanda exclaimed.

“Which was true anyways”They are kids!” Her mother exclaimed. “You think it’s anyway better for them? They have been good kids, Amanda. Don’t forget that. And rants like this? It should be expected. You should understand their intention, not their protest.”

Amanda nodded. She understood what her mother said perfectly. “What do I do mother? I was harsh. I couldn’t get a hold of myself.” Amanda asked, sobbing.

“First, you need to stop crying.” She pats her back. “You have been brave from the beginning, this is not the time to allow fear to eat you up, right?”

“Yes, mother.” Amanda said, wiping her tears.

“Now, you will have to