Chapter 12: The Final Desperation

Rose’s belly grew, but she grew thinner. Ravaged by cancer, her temper worsened. She verbally and sometimes physically abused Mom during her visits.

Finally, Mom called me, sobbing. “I’ve had enough. I can’t do this anymore with your sister. Yan Yan, I’m leaving. I’m coming with you. Your father and sister are too far gone. I want a divorce.”