Bella tried to focus on her mother's illness first. As for what happened in the past, they would talk about it later.
She and her mother agree that the past should be forgiven and not forgotten. They will discuss it slowly and without rushing.
"Mother, I won't say much now, but I beg you to get treatment immediately. You have to undergo chemotherapy and be cancer-free."
Natalie shook her head, turning her gaze away from Bella.
"Mom, please..." Bella knew her mother might refuse again.
"Oh, dear... Why would I do that? When I don't have a happy future with my family..." Natalie said without looking at Bella. She feared she would waver if she saw her daughter's gaze.
"Your father will continue to torture me. Your brother Henry will never care about me either. Meanwhile, you?" Natalie paused to take another deep breath. "You will definitely leave again..."
