I had to switch to bottled water for daily washing and buy more than ten power banks to keep her charged.
I, who ventured into society too early, had slept under bridges and in parks.
I dare not spend a penny except for necessary expenses for work.
Thinking about this, it really was a sigh. She had endured humiliation for this villa.
"But Mom, the maid needs to take a shower. She's used to it."
"She feels uncomfortable if she doesn't take a shower for a day. And we need electricity for cooking."
I pretended not to care and sat on the sofa, looking at her with crossed arms.
Sure enough, my mother looked uncomfortable.
"But there's no water or electricity here..."
I quickly interrupted her and said, "So, we need to move to a hotel. Otherwise, you can stay here for a couple of days. I don't know when the backyard will be repaired."
My mother replied anxiously, "I'll go too, I'll go."
"It's my fault. I can let you stay in a hotel only."
Mom waved her hand anxiously and said, "It's not bad. I have never stayed in a hotel before."
"Mom. Let's stay here first and I'll call someone to clean up the room for you."
"Actually...um, um..."