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Clara’s throat tightened. What brought us here? A year ago, her sister Marie—Leo’s mother—had lost a three-year battle with cancer. Six months ago, Leo had stopped speaking at dinner. Two months ago, he’d been suspended for flipping a desk. Last week, he’d called her a “pretend parent” and locked himself in his room for 18 hours.

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Leo snorted. Not a laugh—a dry, defensive crack. “Dramatic, Aunt Clara. Very on-brand.” Clara’s throat tightened