[With how tightly Dolores squeezes her arms around her mother she could be forgiven for thinking that she's trying to make sure she doesn't float away somehow. Meanwhile Dolores, suddenly embarrassed by her tears but lacking the capacity to stop them, swallows several times in an effort to regain control of herself.]
I'm fine, mama. [She pulls back just enough to see Pepa's face, managing a wobbly smile.]
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I'm fine, mama. [She pulls back just enough to see Pepa's face, managing a wobbly smile.]
I just missed you so much.
[Oh, there is going to be a lot to tell her...]