How could Jamie feel right about taking the money?

In just a few days, Winnie had already lent her so much. She couldn't keep taking advantage of her.

"Jamie, if I were living alone, I wouldn't care so much. But now, with Jack and the baby on the way, it's unrealistic for us to keep living together forever. Take this money. It's enough to cover at least half a month's rent," Winnie said firmly. Jamie could hear the underlying message. Winnie was trying to hint, as gently as possible, that it might be time for Jamie to find her own place.

It made sense. Winnie was building her own family and naturally wanted privacy. Having a relative around wasn't exactly ideal, especially with everything Ben had been doing lately.

While he hadn't openly revealed anything about their past, it was clear enough that Winnie had noticed something.

moment she started looking for a place, Ben would make her life difficult. She didn't mind for herself, but with Winnie and Charlie as her soft spots, she felt trapped

she would one day consider asking

situations like what happened last night wouldn't arise. "Winnie, I really can't take this money. Keep it for yourself. I'll look for a place over the next few days, and if I find something suitable, I'll

Ben. No matter what, Jamie had to make that happen within the deadline. Moving out would be part of that plan, so

for the right place, with a good landlord. And if you don't find one, there's no pressure. You're welcome here, rent-free, which takes a little weight off your shoulders." After a bit more small talk, she picked up the breakfast tray

Ben weren't in the picture, life would be so much

to clear her mind, Jamie pulled herself together and

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