Taking Custody of a Child Was the Shocking Part of My Late Mother’s Will Until I Uncovered the Hidden Clause – Story of the Day

“Hi, Violet. I’m Kate,” I said, my voice trembling slightly. “I’m… Olivia’s daughter.”

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Violet studied my face for a moment, gripping her book a little tighter.

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“You look like her,” she whispered. “You look like my mom Olivia.”

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Her words caught me completely off guard.

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“Your mom?” I asked gently.

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“She always smelled like flowers,” Violet replied, her eyes beginning to fill with tears. “I miss her. And I miss our home.”

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My throat tightened. I had no idea what to say to a child who had already experienced so much loss.

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“I know this is all strange,” I told her. “But we’ll collect your things, and then we’ll go to our new home. It might take a little time, but things will get better. I promise.”

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Violet nodded slowly, although her expression suggested she wasn’t entirely convinced.

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