Unfortunately, Quincy wasn't swayed by either her gentler approach or pressure. When Lydia walked in, Mrs. Perez almost thought she was there to confront her.

But Lydia's tone was detached as she spoke, "Mrs. Perez, all your hospital expenses have been paid. Rest and focus on recovering. When you're discharged, I can help arrange for a good rehabilitation facility if you'd like."

After everything that had happened, Lydia couldn't bring herself to call her "Mom" anymore. "Mrs. Perez" would have to suffice.

Mrs. Perez was stunned. Lydia had actually come to see her?

Just as he had done with his father, Quincy briefly informed her of the situation, then left with Lydia, leaving Mrs. Perez lying in bed, lost in thought.

meaning to say. You've gone way too far in the past. I know you're my aunt, and you've done me some favors, but I can't keep

muttered, "How did Lydia end up

everything, things had come

to reverse it, there's no guarantee it would work.

Perez finally seemed resigned. "I'm done. I'll focus on getting better. I need to

would come around. But instead, she

Perez's bed. "Mrs. Perez, I've respected and honored you like my own mother, but how do you see me? How

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