Chapter 84: The disbelief and uncertainty
Selena’s expression softened, though the shock was still evident. "Why didn’t you tell me earlier?"
"I was afraid," Bella admitted. "I thought I would tell you later once you recovered. I didn’t want to add more stress to your situation. But now you know everything. Please trust me, Mamma. Theodore is a good man."
Selena nodded slowly, absorbing the information. However, she was still hesitant to believe her. The idea that Bella had found a kind and caring husband was difficult to accept without proof.
"I want to meet him," she demanded.
Bella nodded, a faint smile playing on her lips. "Of course. I’ll bring him."
After spending some time with her mother, Bella exited the hospital and waited for a cab. A motorbike pulled up beside her, and a familiar face emerged.
"Bella!" Joe exclaimed, a grin spreading across his face.
Bella returned his smile. "Joe! What are you doing here?"
"I was passing by and saw you," Joe replied. " When I saw you, I came over. Come on, let’s go home and stay with us for a while. Bridget will be happy to see you."
The thought of spending time with her friends was inviting. "Sure," Bella readily agreed, hopping onto the back of the bike.
"Are you comfortable?" Joe asked.
"Yes, yes," Bella assured him.