Chapter 20: Bella Bridge

I've been working for almost two months now but I have yet to experience the life of a working individual the way I knew it.

Working in pajamas may sound comfortable but I want to dress up and probably impress someone.

“Mom, is breakfast ready?” I asked. I’m so privileged to have everything in my hands.

“I called Bella to order for lunch but she said she didn't cook today,” Mom said.

“Oh my gosh. Do you think she’s sick?” I worried knowing she goes out every other day to sell and deliver her home cooked meals.

“Don’t say that!” Mom reacted. She too became worried.

“Me? I’m perfectly well. I’m just limiting my activities outside for my own protection. No one’s here to take care of me if I get sick,” Bella said on the phone. I feel bad for her

“Do you need anything?” I asked.

“I’m fine. I’ll cook a lot later today. Do you have any orders?” she asked.

“Bella, where is he?” I couldn’t help but ask.

It took her a moment before she answered me. “He got stuck in the province,