"Quincy," Lydia noticed the call and spoke up, "Someone's calling you. Go ahead and answer. It's not like you need to worry about me anymore. We're getting divorced, after all."

In just a month, they would have their divorce papers, and that would be the end. They would be strangers with no ties left between them.

Quincy finally pressed the answer button, feeling utterly drained. "Mom, is there something you need?"

"Quincy, where have you been these past few days?" Mrs. Perez's voice was filled with concern.

Ever since that day in the hospital when Quincy mentioned the special herbal tea, Mrs. Perez had been quick to act. She urged her husband to rush home, and then had Mabel keep Quincy occupied. They managed to dispose of the herbal tea successfully, so even if Quincy searched every corner of the house, he wouldn't find a trace.

sigh of relief, Mrs. Perez grew increasingly frustrated when Quincy seemingly disappeared, avoiding even a single visit. He wouldn't even pick

the day they were supposed to handle the divorce proceedings, so Mrs. Perez was determined

finally connected, she pressed him, "Don't forget to

divorce?" Quincy replied, exasperated. He looked around, seeing couples

really, how many mothers actually look forward to their son's divorce? Even before he and Lydia, had split she was already pushing him toward another woman, practically encouraging

If people knew, their family

I didn't start the divorce. Lydia did. You don't want to go through with it, but are you expecting her to stay?" Mrs. Perez was quick

arguing was pointless. If his mother were capable of reflecting on her actions, they wouldn't be here in

finalized the divorce. After that, he might never get to look at her like this again. "I'm already at the

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