CHAPTER 119

As the evening sun sets, Bethany took one last look at Hilary, who was giggling on Marie’s lap, totally content with everything.

She took a deep breath, her heart swelling with ache, the time for her to go back to work is here and it hurts her so bad that someone else would watch over her daughter while she works hard to secure enough money.

It's been three days since Marie had welcomed her into her home, now it was time to leave.

“Thanks, Marie,” Bethany said softly, her voice laced with gratitude, she added; “It means everything to me that you’re here for her.”

Marie smiled, reaching out to squeeze Bethany’s hand. “You know Hilary is like my own. And you, well, you deserve to chase your dreams, Beth. I know this isn’t the life you wanted but one never knows what tomorrow would bring.”

Bethany’s eyes shimmered, and she forced a smile, nodding. She gave Hilary one more kiss on the forehead. “Be good for Aunt Marie, okay?”

Hilary wrapped her tiny arms around her mother’s neck.
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