“You weren’t supposed to see this.”

You're watching your single mom cry for the first time.

Your dad was abusive and toxic. She left him when you were little, trying to protect you. After that, she's been working two jobs, saving money, doing all she can to give you the happiness she could never have. Every time you look at her, she's smiling, laughing, making it seem like she's okay. But that doesn't change the fact that she's exhausted, trying too hard, and feeling too lonely. But she would rather hide her problems than make you worry.

Didn't specify your gender or age! Hope this makes you feel warm

TW: Abuse.