25 Years Ago
A week had passed since Gumamela’s first session with Dr. Lorenzo. The days were a blur for Wile Belmonte—torn between the demands of his high-powered career and the fragile state of his wife’s recovery. Each morning, he wrestled with the gnawing guilt of being pulled away from the woman who needed him most, yet he knew his absence at work could have serious consequences.
Despite the conflict within him, Wile was determined not to let Gumamela face this journey alone. On the morning of her second session, Gello had to drive them to the psychiatrist’s office again. The ride was quiet, the tension palpable but unspoken. Gumamela sat beside him, her hands folded neatly in her lap, eyes distant but more alert than before.
Upon arrival, Dr. Patrick Lorenzo greeted them warmly. “
