Chapter 214- Burdened

"Avery!" Jeremy called after her, his voice echoing through the room. But Avery was already too upset, and she refused to stop.

"I need some time to myself," she declared, her voice thick with emotion. But before she could walk away, she saw Mia approaching, her innocent eyes full of curiosity. With lightning speed, Avery wiped the tears from her eyes, forcing a smile for her daughter's sake.

Mia's eyes were filled with concern as she looked up at her mother. "Mummy, is everything okay?" she asked, her voice a gentle whisper.

Avery forced another smile, her voice quivering with emotion. "Everything's fine, my darling," she said. "Just go to your room and pack some things. We're going on a little vacation, just the two of us."

Mia's face lit up at the prospect of a holiday. "With Daddy too?" she asked, her eyes shining with excitement.

"No, sweetheart," Avery replied, her voice softening as she smoothed Mia's hair. "Just you and me. Daddy's got a new job, and he'll be very busy for a w
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