Re: Chapter 5.2: Family Secrets
Being dragged into the back room, Josephine's heart sank. As her mother leveled her gaze on her, she remembered that, despite her talents with socialization, her mother is where she got it all from. When she demanded answers, Josephine knew she was in trouble,
"I...I... mama, please...!" she stammered, unable to fully mount a defense, but she shrugged off her worry, and spoke again, more firmly,
"Mama, I've made a choice. I made a hard choice, and thanks to you and papa raising me well, I can make a good choice." she said, hugging her mom suddenly, and leaning against her, regardless of whether her mom tried to push her away or not.
Pulling back, and holding her mother with both arms, she spoke directly to her, wanting honesty, and nothing hidden. Her mama meant way too much to her for this dishonesty, and she wanted her to see that,
"I did good things tonight, and helped good people! And besides a few cuts and bruises, I'm perfectly fine mama. You've raised me well, and you've taught me to survive. I want to do this, and I want you to support me in doing this." she said firmly, hoping that her mom could find a way to do so.