A Tearful Explanation
Trying to clear her name, Nicole explained the call had nothing to do with Cathy. She claimed it was a private family issue that she didn’t want to discuss. “I’m really sorry if it came off the wrong way,” she said, wiping her eyes. “But please understand—I care about Mrs. Cathy deeply.”
Loretta felt her resolve weaken slightly. Nicole’s emotional response and calm explanation almost made her believe the misunderstanding was their fault. Still, the situation didn’t sit right. Michael spoke gently but firmly: “All we care about is Mom’s safety.”
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