“You can’t give up on the best option for your daughter because of money. We have to figure this out, and find a solution”
“I‘m not sure we’ll be flying to America at all. We may just have the procedure done here.”
Chaya’s engagement party is proceeding apace, and Gedalya has found a table along with his brothers and brother-in-law. They’re all curious to hear about his upcoming trip. This piece of news — delivered with offhand confidence — strikes them as strange.
“You said the best procedure for her can only be done in America, no?” Yoeli asks cautiously. “Did something change?”
“No.” Gedalya’s playing it tough. “Nothing’s changed.”
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