This lasted for a few days. She felt like she couldn't stand to be in Richie's presence. Whenever he was around she felt sick and wanted to run away. It felt so much worse because she loved him so much. She knew that she was hurting him but didn't know how to stop. However, a few nights later, her son decided to bring it up as they ate.

"Mom, I love you," he said that night after a largely silent dinner.

"I love you too dear," Kitty said, blushing.

"I know you are nervous about what happened," he said. She looked at him, trying not to look too anxious. They...