QUINN
FLASHBACK | California, almost three years ago...
WHEN it rains, it pours. Mom was laid off from the airline, and we are short with the mortgage. With just the spousal support she receives from Dad, it's not much. She said she has some money saved, but it's not going to last long if she doesn't find a job in a couple of months. Thank God my tuition fee is covered, but I still need an allowance.
A couple months later...
"Quinn, you're home," said Mom.
I just came home from the university and was excited to talk to Rachel. She's home by now and probably waiting for my call. But I noticed how sad my Mom was.
"Hi Mom," I kissed her cheek. "What's the matter?"
"It's okay. Just focus on your studies."
I sat down on one of the chairs in the kitchen and talked to her for a bit.
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