We sat on the couches and exchanged glances. My two friends looked intently at the woman who had interrupted our conversation. Just like me, they also didn't immediately believe her sincerity in helping me.

None of my family members took my side, let alone my relatives. They had learned from the past year, seeing me get up on my hands and feet without anyone else's help. Therefore, they were suspicious of her coming to my office.

"Did you have any ill intentions in inviting ...