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As Mary navigates her new environment, she finds herself torn between the love of her uncle and the demands of her grandmother. A particularly heart-wrenching incident stems from her discovery of her biological father's disinterest in her life, leading to a deep sense of abandonment. This familial estrangement escalates as Mary grapples with her place in the world and the implications of her brilliance.
The Climax of Separation
Mary is placed in a temporary home while the custody decision is pending, exacerbating her feelings of betrayal towards Frank. The situation reaches a breaking point when Mary feels a profound loss of connection to her uncle, whom she had always regarded as her world.