Even Vernon had to admit that Mackie was far more mature than him when he was her age. Because he saw the world as bleak and full of hatred, while Mackie could still see the love and hope in it.
'I think it's because of Chloe's education too. She is a great mother for that little girl,' Vernon thought.
But at the same time, he was also sad that Mackie's maturity shocked Chloe so much.
"Chloe…" Vernon called her name again. He thought Chloe wouldn't respond, but she did;
"Mm?"
"… You should be happy that Mackie is a smart and sensible kid," Vernon said. "She knows that you've been suffering this whole time with Vincent, and genuinely wants you to be happy."
"She handles this whole thing maturely, something even the young me can't do," Vernon admitted. "So don't be sad anymore. You did great as a mother. You've raised a sensible, smart, and kind little girl."
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