Calling Anya his mother made Joey extremely uncomfortable.

However, Anya was delighted that Joey finally came to his senses and was not that scared of her anymore. She showed a more sincere smile and said, "Of course, my boy. But, before Mommy lets you out of the cage, you have to answer some questions. If you answer them well, Mommy will let you out immediately. Deal?"

"Deal," replied Joey with a nod.

Anya grinned and asked, "First, sweetie: How was your life with the Holdens?"

Joey thought for a while and answered, "Umm... Not bad..."

Anya did not like what she heard. "What do you mean, not bad? Be more specific!"

Joey observed Anya's reaction and grasped an idea of what answer would please her, so he answered, "Not bad... As in so-so... I was given food and clothes, but they still favored Daddy's biological children more. I'm different from them, so I never get what they have."

a great life with

said, "My poor boy. You must've endured so much hardship just because you're an adopted son! Bu you don't have to go

uneasily. It took a lot out of him to

as possible until I can see Mommy again.

Joey would never betray Mommy!" Anya stroked Joey's head,

said, "Mommy, can you let me out now? It's so

sweetie! Mommy's right here with you! And Mommy still

"Okay... What are they?"

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