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.

I can't keep ignoring what's right to blindly take your side." Mabel feared that if she kept helping, it would only lead to more harm for her aunt's family. She didn't want

Perez muttered, "How did Lydia end

had

Quincy had a vasectomy already, and even if he tried to reverse it, there's no guarantee it would work. Things are

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

waited endlessly, convinced Quincy would come around. But instead, she got word that Mrs. Perez had changed her

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