“Wow, I didn’t know she was here! How is she?” Bella had always liked Aunt Cook.
“She will be happy to see you.”
Bella got up and went in. James tried to follow with Abby but Uncle Cook stopped him.
“I’m afraid my wife is gravely ill. I suggest you don’t let Abby go inside.”
So James stood waited behind outside with Abby.
As Bella went inside, she saw aunt Cook lying in bed, looking horribly pale.
Bella couldn’t believe it. Just a few years ago, her family had dined together with the Cook’s. Back then, Jerry was still alive and Aunt Cook was beautiful and healthy.
“Darling, look who is here,” Uncle Cook said tenderly to his wife.
Aunt Cook slowly opened her eyes.
“Bella!” Bella’s unexpected appearance made her quite excited.
“I’m here Auntie.”
“Bella is here with her hus
