Chapter 17

Bella

The past few days have been an absolute nightmare as I struggled to recover from the traumatic events that unfolded. I exerted every effort to move forward and regain a sense of normalcy in my life.

It occasionally felt like an impossible effort, trapping me in a condition of sorrow and regret. However, a glimmer of solace emerged when my grandmother called me yesterday.

Though I couldn't bring myself to confide in her about what had transpired, she intuitively sensed my distress.

She probed me persistently, urging me to open up and share my burdens. However, I was overwhelmed by embarrassment, unable to find the courage to disclose the truth. Instead, I concocted a tale about work, and to my surprise, her comforting words of encouragement provided a momentary respite.

They served as a reminder that dwelling in the past was futile and that I needed to liberate myself from its clutches.

Mary, too, has been a pillar of support, reaching o