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"Madeline's grades last semester were decent but nothing to write home about, so I didn't bother
mentioning it to your dad. But her performance is not something we need to lose sleep over. After
all, isn't that what moms are for? Worrying about every little thing regarding their daughters is
practically in our job description, especially when it comes to academics.â
Imogen couldn't help but bring up the topic of motherhood, eager to see Regina's dimmed
expression.
Regardless, Magina was gone, and now, it was her, Imogen, who was alive and kicking.
How could a woman without a mother dare to compete with Madeline?
âLook, since Imogen can handle herself, you don't need to fret. Aren't you swamped with work at
the newspaper? You hardly have the time to worry about Madeline's grades. Fate plays its hand
differently for everyone. If she doesn't focus on her studies, not even hiring a Harvard genius would
help. Let it be.â
Francisâ words were harsh, and as Imogen was about to retort in Madeline's defense, Regina quickly
took over.
âExactly, the newspaper has been all hands on deck with that case recently. And Domingo, what a
piece of work, turning from a street thug into a mafia boss in just a few years! I wonder how he did
it. He might even have blood on his hands. People like him deserve the worst. The scary part is not
just him going astray but also leading his kids down same path. Dad, do you think such a person
even knows what family means?â
Regina blinked her innocent eyes, looking expectantly at Imogen sitting across from h
Francis said, "Heh, when he was out there stirring trouble, did he ever think of his kids? not, then
heâs clearly heartless, not caring about accruing good karma for his family. Bringing kids into the
world only for them to turn out rotten.â
Regina nodded in agreement. âYeah, his wicked ways must be because he lacks family consideration.
If I had kids, I'd think twice before acting recklessly. What if karma actually exists? I'd rather bear the
consequences myself than let my children suffer!â
Francis nodded and said, âThat's the sentiment of parents everywhere.â
âImogen, what about you? Do you feel the same?â
Regina suddenly turned to Imogen, who was lost in thought. She was contemplating Francisâ earlier
comments, wondering if Domingo ever thought of her and Madeline before his actions.
When he left, Madeline was just a child. Surely, he couldn't have forgotten he had a daughter after
all these years of being away.
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Subconsciously, Imogen touched her stomach remembering the discomfort of carrying Madeline
and the grueling labor.
Though Madeline wasn't a boy, back then, their bond was strong, and the arrival of a daughter
seemed perfect.
However, as Domingo faced unemployment, he transformed into someone else, volatile and prone
to fits of rage.
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