“And he still didn’t want me.” The rejection hurt, even though it occurred before she was born.
“No, but I wanted you.”
Julia reached for her mother’s hand and squeezed, tears welling in her eyes. “Sometimes I forget how much you gave up to keep me.”
“I’m proud of you, Julia, and everything you’ve achieved.”
“But I’ve pushed you away.”
“You came when I needed you. I’ve always known you love me, even if you don’t say it very often.”
“Oh, Mum.” She turned away to grab tissues from her handbag, one for her and another for her mother.
Her mother gave a shaky laugh and wiped her eyes. “I have a point here. From my observations you love Ryan. Do you want to take after your father and make the worst mistake of your life because you’re too afraid to take a step into the unknown?”
