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"Really?" Sylvia asked in disbelief.
"Of course." Grace laughed and continued, "I wasn't angry with you. I'm just strict with you because I'm worried that you'll go overboard and hurt yourself. I hope that you can one day understand that you're an outstanding individual. You don't need your dad or your father to succeed in your future career. That's why I've been so strict. Perhaps I made some mistakes educating you, but I always mean well. Are you able to understand that?"
"I know. Mr. Trevino explained it all to me." Sylvia continued, "Mommy, I know you have good intentions. I know you're doing this for my own good. I lost my temper today, that was my fault. Mommy, can you forgive me for that?"
Grace was surprised once more. Sylvia had mentioned Mr. Trevino again. It seemed that the man was a much more prominent influence than the head teacher.