Olivia closed her eyes. She could see herself chasing after Chloe throughout the years.

She never did understand why her mother was always unhappy.

She always thought that her mother might be happier if she was more obedient.

Even after Chloe had left for years, Olivia would find excuses for her whenever she missed her.

She thought that Chloe only left because she didn't love Jeff. She thought that Chloe must have her reasons for leaving her daughter behind.

When she hadn't reunited with Chloe, her image of her stayed as a gentle and kind woman.

She thought that Chloe would miss her as much as she missed her.

Now, it would seem like their emotions were not on the same wavelength.

Olivia took a deep breath. She swallowed the bloody taste in her throat once again.

When she opened her eyes, they were clear.

Olivia said slowly, "Ms. Parker, Mrs. Carlton. I hereby sever all ties with you. Just pretend like you never had a daughter. I'll pretend I never had a mother."

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