Chapter 10
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Bianca was grateful to have Marissa's blessing to pursue a romantic relationship with Maggie, even if the whole thing might have only been in her mind. At any rate, she knew Marissa would want her to be happy. This did not mean that Bianca wasn't afraid. Maggie had broken her heart once. These two had seen the best and the worst of each other, Bianca once thought they'd be together for the rest of their lives. They couldn't go back to exactly how things were in the past. Since they broke up each woman had another child. Bianca decided to talk to her mother about this.
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Erica: I remember when you loved Maggie, but she kept insisting she was completely heterosexual.
Bianca: I remember. I also remember asking Leo to have sex with me, hoping it would make me straight. Besides Maggie was there for me with no expectations of a relationship.
Erica: I know she was there for you, when I wasn't. When you felt that you had to hide your pregnancy, particularly from me. You gave your heart to her completely, and she betrayed you.
Bianca: I haven't forgotten. But that doesn't necessarily mean she's a bad person. Maggie's a good mother, and a dedicated doctor.
Erica: Honestly, she could win the Nobel Peace Prize, and I'd still be angry at her for cheating on you.
Bianca: No offense mom, but how many times have you cheated on your husbands and boyfriends?
Erica: I made mistakes, and I payed for them, losing men that I genuinely loved. But if you feel you love Maggie enough to give her a second chance, I will accept her. The question is, are you ready to love again?