She sipped her wine, smiled at me, and said that it’s at least something to think about.

“You did say you might get a little shop job or something when you start college,” she added.

“A little office job might be right up your street.”

“Or just down the stairs if it is here.” I grinned.

We soon finished our glasses and went indoors.

Mum made us a cup of tea and I slumped on the armchair in the sitting room.

I removed my heels and stretched my toes into the deep carpet.

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