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Gwen wiped away her tears and scrambled to her feet to apologize: "Dad, Mom, I’m sorry. I—I truly didn't know things had come to this. I was too impulsive. Mom, are you okay? Should we go to the hospital?"

Her mother shook her head, wincing in pain. "I'm fine. I just need a moment to catch my breath. It’s my fault for not being careful; I don't blame you." Gwen had been blinded by rage earlier