Arletta Jessica McDowell POV

"The plan is, I would to go to one of the clinics or hospitals we usually go to, Mom," I replied, without any hesitation.

Mom had not commented yet, but her gaze was piercing as if she was trying to get to the bottom of things. I tried to stay calm and act normal, because if there were any suspicion, then Mom would easily know which part was a lie and which part was true.

"You can't stand Dad's attitude anymore, right?"

I was stunned as Mom's voice became softer, and not only that, but her face also looked sad. I almost felt guilty for not...