Chapter 413

“Kirra, honey, she is the adult. She is the one who is supposed to look after you, not the other way around.” Kirra snorted. “Yeah, in a perfect world.” “You are old enough now to make your own decision, but you shouldn’t feel that you have to put your life on hold for her. She has never put our needs above hers. We have done what we can for her, but ultimately she has made her own choices and now you have to make yours. Don’t let her drag you down, Kirra. You have the world at your feet and a life that is only just beginning.” Kirra huffed out a sigh. “I know. I just feel guilty, you know?” Emma nodded. “I do. I know exactly how you feel. It’s why I stayed for so long. But trust me, you need to start doing things for you. You need to look after yourself. Devi has chosen the way she wants to live and until she is ready for change then nothing you or I do will do any good.” “You need to go to sleep,” Kirra said. “Do you mind if I stay in here with you?” “Of course not,” Emma slurred, he