Rosa's expression conveyed sorrow and recognition to her mother.

'I'm sorry I didn't tell you, Mom; I wanted to do it on my own and knew you'd attempt to stop me.' Rosa gripped her hand. "Oh dear, honey. I understand.

I only wish you'd felt comfortable sharing it with me."

Amelia paused for a few seconds before saying, "Yes," and tears welled up again in her eyes.

Yes, 'I' know, 'I' should have, which is why it is critical to listen to what someone has to say, whether accurate or not.

She looked at Elijah, still collecting her breath, and noticed that his reaction had not changed at all, and...