**The Weight of Duty** “But it was your idea to take Mum in. I never forced you,” said Gareth to Emily.
A Second Wind Roger wasn’t exactly a looker, not like some Hollywood heartthrob. He worked as a simple
“But you were the one who suggested taking Mum in. I never forced you,” said Oliver to Emily.
When Things Aren’t What They Seem Emily was riding the bus home from work, her head resting against the
“You decided to have a baby without a husband? Aren’t you ashamed, Mum?” Lily asked accusingly.
You Are My World James and Emily lived in the same apartment building, one floor apart. James had just
Thomas and Sophie lived in the same building, on the fifth floor of a red-brick terrace in Manchester.
A One-Way Ticket Little Zoe’s mother worked as a maid in a hotel and often brought her daughter along.
**Diary Entry** *July 10th, 2023* “He’s grown so handsome. If only he were a bit wealthier, worked
“Is it just me, or are we back together?” Emily nestled closer to James. “