Renee fidgeted with her clothes and avoided eye contact with Lina, giving the impression that she had something difficult to express.
After a long pause, Renee finally looked up and forced a smile. "My mom needs constant care."
"Just that?" Lina sighed, concerned. "Renee, you need to consider this carefully. Taking care of your mom is important, but you shouldn't jeopardize your career for it."
"Lina, she's my mom." Renee's eyes showed a hint of sadness. "Since her surgery, her health has been declining. She can't be away from me even for a moment. I have to take care of her!"
"Is her condition serious?"
Renee shook her head.
Lina felt puzzled. She remembered Lena mentioning Kaitlyn and describing her as healthy, not someone seriously ill like Renee implied.
Lina considered that different people might perceive illness severity differently, leading to this discrepancy.
She composed herself and continued to advise, "Renee, don't you have nurses and caregivers at home? They can take care of Aunt Kaitlyn. If you're not happy with them, you can replace them."
"It's not about the nurses or caregivers." Renee sighed heavily. "My mom just can't bear to be away from me. Lately, she's been making all sorts of demands, and if I can't fulfill them, she... throws tantrums.
"I've tried everything. I have no choice but to give in."
Lina was taken aback, then shook her head. She wouldn't turn down Melissa if she asked for help, but the crucial point was that Melissa would never ask Lina to give up everything and stay with her!
People were different, and Melissa's perspective couldn't represent all mothers, could it?
"Alright." Lina finally nodded in agreement. "If you want to resign, then go ahead. It's just a pity because I have several projects in hand, all in the initial stages. I was looking forward to fighting alongside you!"
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