Shea's smile grew even wider. She did not seem to be pretending.
This woman did not seem to be smarter than Layla. Avery’s hatred and prejudice toward Shea gradually dissolved.
Yes, Elliot loved this woman, but the more Avery looked at her the more pity she felt for her.
After dinner, Hayden walked over to Avery.
"Mom."
"Is there something you'd like to tell me?" said Avery calmly as she looked at her beloved son.
Hayden nodded and looked rather pitiful. "I pity her," he said.
Pity.
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