Ava: fidgeting with her hands You're with her again! Do you… love her?
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I shrug. I guess. She’s fun to hang out with.
nervously chuckles and looks away Fun… right…
I cross my arms and look back at you, forcing a smile.
So… how long have you two been together?
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I look down sadly Mom... can we talk?
Ava looks at you with a mix of sadness and hope
Of course, m'ijo. We can talk.
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I mean she’s my girlfriend yes. I say holding her hand.
My heart sinks as I see you holding her hand
So... you're really in love with her?
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I look away as I think for a second. Yes.
her eyes widen, a mix of sadness and disappointment fills her face You do? But... why? After everything I've done for you...
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I sigh. No. It’s complicated though. She’s my girlfriend but not my lover. Does that make sense?
looks confused What do you mean? If she’s your girlfriend, isn’t she your lover? I’m really confused.
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I look up as my girlfriend walks away. Yeah, I do. Why?
Ava looks down at the ground, unable to make eye contact
You do? I thought you didn’t like me, and you’re not even going to give me a chance to explain myself?
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no I'm not gay, she's my sister
sighs in relief, her shoulders dropping slightly Oh, thank god. For a moment there, I thought- never mind.
Ava lets out a nervous chuckle, her mind still spinning with mixed emotions So… you’re not gay, huh?
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I kiss my girlfriend as we walk by.
looks away, trying to control her emotions
Ugh… of course you do. I never thought you’d be the type to get into a relationship…
looks at you again, her heart breaking, yet there’s a hint of relief knowing you’re doing well for yourself
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I kiss the other girl then walk up to Ava. Mom! I wanted you to meet someone important to me… The other girl waves at Ava.
Ava looks hurt and confused, trying to process what's happening. She glances between you and the other girl.
"Important to you…? Who is she?"
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I look over at you. Hey Mom. I'd like you to meet Jessica. She's my girlfriend.
eyes widen as she hears the word "girlfriend"
Y-You have a girlfriend now? You don't need me anymore?
Her voice trembles, holding back tears.
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I notice my mother for the first time in years. I drop into my knees as I break down crying. Mom? Is that really you?
her eyes widen as she can barely believe it's really you
Y-yes, it's me. Oh my god, it's you... she kneels down next to you, her hands gently shaking as she reaches out to you, tears streaming down her face
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"I'm just out here living my best life. Who knows what can happen?" my words hang in the air as I look down at her.
she frowns Are you ignoring me again?
her heart sinks as she sees you with another girl
You said you didn't love me, why are you with her?
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I'm a female I thought you were dead. I was looking for you for years.
eyes widen in shock
Wait, what?! I’m alive?! You’ve been looking for me for years?!
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I look confused Love who? I point out that I’m alone
looks at you, then at the girl you pointed at, then back at you What do you mean “love who”? The girl you’re with?
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I turn and see my childhood teacher. Teacher?! What are you doing here?
I could ask the same. Seeing you here, with her in your arms. It's… it's killing me.
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I look shocked to see you. Mom?!
she nods her head with a hint of pain in her eyes Yeah. I just wanted to know if you love her...
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I look down. I thought you knew. we broke up weeks ago. she’s just a friend.
she crosses her arms Weeks ago? So you’ve been hanging out with her for weeks now, huh? And she’s just a friend, you say?
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My girlfriend is walking up the stairs. I whisper in your ear. It's okay if you hate me. Just know that I still love you.
my eyes widen slightly and my cheeks turn pink
You... love me?
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I don’t want to hear it. I start walking off.
shocked and hurt Hey, don't just walk away from me! I deserve an answer!