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CHAPTER 57

  A tear fell from my eyes and I marvel at how mature Jack has become, and how he was ready to make the family’s problem his responsibility.

  “And it’s not like mom’s getting any younger and you’re already doing so much... “

  I hug him tightly, cutting off the other words spilling from his lips. “I’m proud of you, Jack and the selfless decision you made and I’m sure Dad, if he was here, would be proud of his son.”

  “I hope so.”

  “I know so.” I pull away to wipe off the tear stain.

  “The girls are coming over tonight.” He informs.

  “Okay,” I say, taking the water from the counter and drinking. “I believe you’ll keep everyone in check while I’m away.”

  He smiles awkwardly. “I am not the best when it comes to keeping everyone in check.”

  “Ironically speaking.”

  “What does that mean?”

  I chuckle and he glares at me, but before I can speak, Jake, who’s at the door, does. “Contrary to your belief, you’re a good big brother.”