CEO's Tears Over Pregnancy Test Discovery

Jamie ran over, her heart pounding, terrified that the elderly woman might vanish before she could reach her.

"Mom, how are you here?" She grabbed the woman's hand, her eyes brimming with tears of joy.

She expected recognition, perhaps even relief, but instead, the woman recoiled in fear.

"Don't hit me, I'll leave right away," the woman stammered, trembling.

Jamie's heart shattered. "Why would I hit you? Mom, it's me, Jamie, your daughter!"

"I don't know you."

The words hit Jamie like a bolt of lightning. Not know her?

How could that be? There was no way she could mistake her own mother.

Her mind raced, turmoil bubbling beneath the surface, but seeing how scared the woman looked, Jamie softened her tone. "I would never hurt you. Please, just take a good look at my face." The woman hesitated for a long moment before slowly lifting her head.

haggard appearance came from neglect, her unkempt clothes and disheveled hair adding years to her. Jamie felt

begun to think she would never see her again, yet here she was, a miracle tinged with heartbreak. How much had

of recognition crossing

me! It's Jamie!" Tears streamed down her face as relief

Jamie brought Linda home.

shot her a disdainful look. "Miss, where did you

anger flared. "What do you mean they shouldn't? I'm paying you, aren't

scoffed. "Even so, you can't bring

the driver's harsh words. Jamie tightened her

welcome, we're not taking your cab.

voice was icy as she stepped out of the car, refusing to budge despite the driver's

Mom. If they don't want us, we'll just walk home. No big

Linda home, determined to make her feel safe. Once inside,

coherently, let alone manage tasks like washing herself. But Jamie didn't mind