Desperate Pleas

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At her graduation, Cheryl felt eyes on her as she steps on stage. It wasn't strange that everyone's eyes would be on her, but this time it felt odd.

Hilda appears, as Cheryl got on stage to receive her diploma. Cheryl immediately caught sight of her aunt.

After the whole ceremony, Cheryl met Hilda; Hilda wrapped her arms around Cheryl. "I'm so proud of you, love." Hilda sighs.

"Is she here?" Cheryl asked looking around.

"I'm sorry, ducky, she couldn't come." Hilda gave a small smile, "She's so proud of you."

"Then why isn't she here?" Cheryl cried.

Hilda led her niece to the bench, "What happened?"

Cheryl covered her face, "My life is falling apart and my mother isn't here… when I need her."

"Oh my love." Hilda wiped the tears from Cheryl's face, "Even though, I know it's not the same, can you pretend that I'm her— pretend that I'm your mother?" Cheryl nodded, as Hilda continued, "Tell me what you want to tell her…"

Cheryl breathed, "I understand that Sabrina's in danger, she did stupid things… but mum I'm here, I'm your daughter, for once can't you be there for me?!"

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