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When I picked up our son from school, he said Grandpa had called saying he missed him and asked if he could stay at their place for a week.
He wanted me to take him over.
I was taken aback but helped our son pack a small suitcase. He was so excited, saying Grandpa had promised to take him to fly a drone.
After dropping our son off, my mom walked me out: “Olivia, cheer up. Go out and have some fun.”
As I got in the car, my mom stood there watching me for a long time before going back inside.
I opened the mirror in the car and saw my pale face and dejected expression.
I took out my makeup and applied a bright lipstick.
I went home and packed some things.
Then I traveled for a week, hurriedly seeing many people and places, hearing many stories along the way.
I came back feeling much more spirited.
I looked at the calendar. Divorce countdown: 21 days.
