An Explanation
“No, Mom,” he sighed into the phone, “I didn’t give it to her. She was just wearing it because she wanted to be comfortable,” he spoke honestly. Mari went silent on the other end of the line.
“And I’m not replacing you with anyone. You’re my mom. I could never replace you,” he breathed. “But I want you to meet Alina. I’m in love with her, and it would mean the world to me if you got along.”