hapter 39
Lily felt a deep sense of anxiety as she made her way to the hospital to visit her mother. The past few days had been emotionally overwhelming, and she knew she needed some clarity. She hoped that seeing her mom, the one person who had always supported her unconditionally, would help her sort out her thoughts. As she walked through the familiar corridors of the hospital, she took a deep breath, preparing herself to mask her emotions. She didn’t want her mother to worry.
When she reached her mother’s room, she pushed the door open and was greeted by a warm, familiar smile. Her mother was sitting up in bed, looking much better than she had when Lily first saw her post-surgery. The relief of seeing her mom healthy and alert eased some of the tension in Lily’s chest.
“Lily, sweeth
