"Oh my darling," Erica said soothingly, "of course you've got my support. Always." She sighed, looking at her little girl's face. "You're just so young and I know better than anyone how hard it is to have children young. It takes away so many options."
She squeezed Kat's hand. "But I'm behind you. If this is truly what you want, how could I possibly turn my back on you?" She smiled softly and kissed Kat's head. "I could never not be there if you wanted me."