FAMILY SECRETS [ ✓]

HARSH REALITY

" You know, Ruby, I was very excited when you called me and told me that we would surprise Mother on her birthday night by informing her about my recovery from drug addiction," said Sophie. Ruby was busy checking her meeting documents and schedule when she heard Sophie's voice. She looked at her and said, " I remember!". Sophie looked at the album and said, "Only if I hadn't pushed her, she would still be alive." Ruby stopped and looked at her and said, "Sophie, please don't blame yourself for that horrible night. Everyone knows that Mother was drunk that night and she slipped and..." Ruby stopped for a moment, went toward Sophie and said, "You fainted when I entered the room. Why would you blame yourself when you don't know what happened?". Sophie looked at her and said, " But I see her everywhere Ruby! I don't know if this is guilt or something is wrong with my mental health!". Ruby gave her a glass of water and said, "  You are just overthinking, drink some water and take a rest!". Sophie asked curiously, " But how did you know that I recovered? I didn't call anyone though!". Ruby answered, " I got a call from your rehabilitation center and they informed me about your recovery". Sophie said in a low voice " Aunt Rosie told me that you were the same as Caro back then, is it true?". Ruby smiled and said, "Yes, I was in the same situation as Caro, a teenager whose father had remarried and didn't care about her. He never spent time with me, especially after his second marriage!" Ruby's voice was deep and resonant. Sophie asked her why she hadn't shared her feelings. Ruby didn't answer her question, she asked Sophie to take a rest and left the room. "Indeed, it's a harsh reality that Ruby resented Mom at times. I shouldn't have asked her that question!". Thought Sophie looking, at the album.