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Diane stood slowly.
She smoothed her dress.
She touched her pearls the way she always touched them.
A habit. A ritual. A reminder to herself of who she was supposed to be.
“Mrs. Archer,” Lumis said, “can you explain the tracking device?”
My mother’s voice was steady. Practiced.
“I was worried about Lily’s safety. Holly works long hours at the hospital. She continue reading …
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