When Love Comes Late by PASSION

Lucia didnt notice the subtle tension and directly asked Cordell, Cordell, how is Matthews condition? Be honest with me.

Cordell hesitated for a moment before replying, Its nothing serious.

He just needs some treatment.

Lucia frowned, her skeptical gaze fixed on him.

Is that really the case? You have to tell me the truth.

After several reassurances from Cordell, she reluctantly chose to believe him.

Matthew, however, sensed that Cordell was withholding something.

He turned to Lindsay and said, Please take Grandma home.

Lindsay clung to his arm, her voice filled with concern.

Arent you coming with us? Matthew shook his head.

I have something to take care of. Lindsay paused in thought before suggesting, Then Stella could come with us.

Lets all leave together.

Cordell quickly intervened.

Stella needs to stay.

to discuss

was about Bellas condition, Lucia didnt want

well head home first and leave you

Lindsay was clearly reluctant, she had no choice but to Leave with

they had gone, Stella turned to Cordell, anxiety etched across

a problem with my moms treatment? Is her condition getting worse? Cordell, guilt evident in

Im sorry, Stella.

I lied to you.

Matthews treatment

intensified, and she pressed

on? Please

glance with Matthew before replying, Lets

of them made their way to Cordells

as Stella sat down, she leaned forward,

problem? My mom and I also lost parts of our memories

Cordells expression darkened, his tone serious as he explained,

his brain,

it be treated? Cordell took a deep breath, his words