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"My mom's going to rehab,"

     Arizona couldn't contain her excitement as she emerged victorious in their game of Just Dance, throwing her fists in the air triumphantly

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     Arizona couldn't contain her excitement as she emerged victorious in their game of Just Dance, throwing her fists in the air triumphantly. "HAH!" she exclaimed, a wide grin spreading across her face as she reveled in her victory.

    Diego rolled his eyes playfully at his sister's antics, his competitive spirit dampened by his defeat. "This is not fair! I can't believe you," he groaned in mock indignation, his tone laced with playful frustration.

     Arizona couldn't help but tease her brother further, poking his side teasingly as she danced around in celebration. Her laughter filled the basement, a testament to the bond shared between siblings as they enjoyed a moment of lighthearted fun together.

Daniella cleared her throat. "Hey, kids," Arizona's heart skipped a beat as Daniella's voice cut through the air, drawing their attention away from their game. She glanced over at her mother, her eyes widening in surprise at the sight before her.

Daniella stood before them, looking refreshed and composed, a stark contrast to the tired, disheveled figure they had grown accustomed to seeing in recent days. There were no signs of exhaustion or distress, and Arizona couldn't help but feel a glimmer of hope stir within her.

For the past two days, the house had been unusually quiet, devoid of the chaos and tension that often accompanied their stepfather's presence. His absence had been a relief to Arizona, allowing her to breathe a little easier without the looming threat of his volatile behavior hanging over them.

As she gazed at her mother, Arizona couldn't help but feel a sense of gratitude wash over her. Despite the challenges they faced, Daniella's strength and resilience shone through, offering a beacon of hope in the midst of uncertainty.

As Daniella's words hung in the air, Arizona felt a mixture of emotions wash over her. Relief, gratitude, and a glimmer of hope mingled with the lingering uncertainty of what lay ahead. She glanced at Diego, finding solace in his reassuring presence as they silently agreed to hear their mother out.

Nodding in unison, Arizona and Diego took a seat on the couch, their hands intertwined in a silent display of solidarity. Arizona squeezed her brother's hand tightly, drawing strength from their shared bond as they prepared to listen to their mother's words.

"I'm really sorry for messing up with you guys," Daniella began, her voice filled with sincerity. "I'm going to try to be a lot better. I'm divorcing your step-dad. I left him and took him to a senior living place. I'm going to start going to AA. This is going to be hard, but I'm going to go to rehab for a month. In the meantime, Arizona, you'll be in charge. I'll leave my card here for you to use. Once I'm out, I'll look for a job," she explained, her words tinged with determination and a hint of apprehension.

Arizona's eyebrows shot up in surprise, her mind racing with the weight of her mother's revelations. Beside her, Diego couldn't contain his excitement, his grin spreading from ear to ear at the prospect of their stepfather's absence.

𝐉𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐎𝐔𝐒𝐘, 𝐉𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐎𝐔𝐒𝐘| Miguel DiazWhere stories live. Discover now