The Son They Counted On — Until He Finally Stopped

all by yourself. I genuinely hope you’re ready.”

His mouth opened. Closed. Nothing.

“We’re done here,” I said.

I went back inside and let the door close behind me.

Before I reached the elevator, Dad texted: Wow. After everything we’ve done for you, you’re really going to abandon us.

I wrote back: No. You abandoned me. I’m just finally accepting it.

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