99 Aunt Celia's Struggle

Maria's eyes shifted from her own painful memories to her sister, Celia, her heart filled with concern for the woman who had endured so much in silence. "Enough about me," she said firmly, her voice tinged with urgency. "What about you, Celia? What has your life been like all these years?" Aunt Celia's gaze softened, touched by her sister's genuine concern, as she took a moment to gather her thoughts. "Oh, Maria," she replied, her voice tinged with a mixture of sadness and resilience, "my life hasn't been easy, but I've managed to find moments of joy amidst the hardships." Sensing the gravity of the moment, Maria leaned in attentively, her heart open to whatever Celia was willing to share. "Tell us, Celia," she urged gently, her voice filled with compassion. "We're here for you." With a deep breath, Aunt Celia began to recount the trials and triumphs of her own journey, her words showing the years of struggle and perseverance. "After I left our aunt's place, I found myse