Chapter 2

Chapter 2 Mom Is Superwoman

Ernest patted Irene’s head, his voice cool yet gentle. “We’ve had our fun for the day. Mom had a car accident. She needs us now.”“But Betty’s already home. Can’t she take care of Mom? We’re not doctors. It’s not like we can actually help,” Irene said, her words striking Stella like a physical blow. “Besides, Dad, have you forgotten? Mom’s superwoman. She doesn’t even feel pain.”As Irene spoke, memories from three years ago flashed through Stella’s mind like a film reel. Back then, a business rival of Ernest, aiming to sabotage a major deal of Lloyd Group, dropped a large pane of glass from a great height.Stella protected Irene with her own body, taking the full impact. Shards of glass pierced deep into her skin. Irene was terrified by the sight of her mother covered in blood and burst into tears. To calm Irene, Stella lied and said she was a superwoman who couldn’t feel any pain.‘Now the superwoman mom is injured and in pain, while all her own daughter cares about is some missing light show.’ A bitter mix of emotions washed over Stella.As if sensing something, Ernest looked up, his gaze lingering. Irene followed his glance and spotted Stella standing in the hallway upstairs.