Joe thought life was finally falling into place. He had Emily, the woman he believed was the love of his life, and a baby on the way. His mom, Nora, was safe in a nursing home where she would supposedly get the care she needed. Everything seemed set for a bright future. Emily smiled sweetly as she rested her hand on his stomach while they drove back. “You did the right thing,” she said warmly. “Your mom will have a better life in the nursing home. And guess what—we can

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