Chapter 17

"No, it's not like that. It's just—" she answered.

"Why Lisa?" asked Scott.

“I couldn't do as many things as I wanted, because I had to take care of my mother who was sick at the time. Sean and I helped each other. Meanwhile, my father works,” answered Lisa.

"Sorry to hear that. What happened to your mom exactly?” asked Scott.

“She suffered from a stroke that hit half of her body. She couldn't do much and just lay limp in bed the whole time."

"Sorry to hear that, Lisa. And how are things now?” Scott asked curiously.

“She passed away not too long ago. That's one of the reasons why Sean and I vacationed here."

"Sorry for your loss. If there's anything I can help you with, don't hesitate to say it."

"Thank you. You can help me with one thing."

"Say it."

“Take me to interesting places. How? Before I go back to Manhattan."

"Okay. I'll set the time and then get back