Lydia pov. I need to bond with Edward if I want to heal properly. My heart was pounding, and I was unsure of what to think. He's the only one who can heal me and take away my pain, and I felt a mix of hope and longing in my heart. I slowly raised my gaze, locking eyes with my mom and John, both of them appearing expectant, as if waiting for my response. After a moment of silence where no one uttered a word, my mom approached the doctor with a warm smile and said, "Thank you so much, doctor. If it's alright, I'd like to have a private conversation with my daughter." The doctor nodded and left, leaving me alone with my mom, who seemed at a loss for words, waiting for me to break the silence. "My dear Lydia," my mom began, but before she could say more, I found my voice and spoke instead

