Chapter 31

"Thank you so much, I received it earlier today and I'm damn grateful." Lila said from the other end of the line.

"It's nothing."

"Are you kidding me? Another $10,000?! I'm certain it's got something to do with your boss, let him know I'm very grateful. The Doctor has assured me that Mom's surgery would be great and she'd be fine on or before next week."

"Really?" A grin appeared on my lips.

"Yes. And I can notice the improvement in her health, she's doing really great and it's all thanks to you and God. Our Mother will be fine soon."

"Wow, I'm super excited!" I squealed, feeling the greatest form of joy building up in my belly. I was beyond exhilarated. I really wanted to jump on the couch and scream my internals out to express this triumph.

"If it's got anything to do with your boss, please thank him a million times and give him a chance. I'll call you later. Bye."

Whether or not I had admitted it, I had been so scared of Mia dying. She wa