Chapter 112
Finally, Marco said, “Grandmother, I don’t know what to say about last night.”
“There’s nothing to say.”
“Perhaps, but you didn’t bargain for that when you took on the responsibility of caring for Mama.”
“I accepted the responsibility for whatever needed doing. What are you trying to say?”
“Simply this. I’ve always known that she might one day have to be institutionalized, and I’m wondering if you realize that, and are prepared for what might have to be done.”
“You’ve borne the burden for so many years,” she said. “If I have to bear it for a while, it’s a small price to pay for having my daughter restored to me.”