Mia's POV:

“So, as the older brother, you're doing everything to take care of your family? What about your mother?” I asked. I didn't know much about her except that she was a teacher.

“My mother…” Zayn sighed. “My mother isn't capable of working to earn money. She's… different. It's just me doing most of the work while my father steals money to buy more booze.”

“I'm sorry that you have to go through all this,” I said. I placed my hand on his shoulder. “Hopefully, ...