Chapter 14:

Ward 2306 was where Belinda was staying.

Kristopher’s brow furrowed as he pressed the elevator’s ‘close door’ button, his face devoid of any expression.

Before heading there, he had Marc pull up Belinda’s medical records. Other than a recent surgery for a miscarriage due to malnutrition, her health record was clean.

Could she actually be vomiting blood?

Kristopher sneered, certain that Belinda had been faking it again.

When Belinda awoke, it was already dusk.

“Honey, you must have had a pleasant dream, so you refuse to wake up,” Madisyn remarked as she unpacked the food and set it before her. She sighed and uttered, “Belinda, since you’re already here, why not go for a comprehensive check-up?”

She handed Belinda a fork. “I’ve been looking after you all week, yet it seems like you’re deteriorating. Could there be any complications from the abortion?”

discomfort and met her gaze. “What could possibly be wrong with me? I just had a bad

Rozand to Nawrin last night, I came to this hospital immediately and already completed my examinations. I’m alright, and there’s

discussion with Kristopher go today? Did he consent

word “divorce,” Belinda’s frown deepened. “He

straw into a cup of milk for Belinda. “Moreover, I saw him online today, shopping at the mall with Cathy. He already has her now. Why is he hesitating to divorce you? Is he trying to keep his options open? That’s


now

the cup, Belinda responded, “I’ll just disregard him and

of Kristopher’s willingness, she resolved to end their

of milk and glanced over at Madisyn. “Where did you end

hesitating before explaining, “I had originally thought about taking your stuff and Fluffy over to my place. But after you mentioned you didn’t want to live with me, worried that the Cox family might drop by and disturb us, I changed plans. So, I managed to get an apartment from a friend of mine. I’ve placed Fluffy and your luggage there. It’s a two-bedroom apartment with a living room. One bedroom is yours, and the other room is set up as your office space. I’ve tidied it up. It’s neat and cozy. You’ll find it much more comfortable than staying in that large, empty house. And don’t worry about Kristopher. He won’t find it anytime soon, so you’ll get your peace

smile genuine as she felt a surge of gratitude.

for a moment. “How about we go for a drink after you try the new medicine

face. “I still remember how we, along with Joyce, used to hit the bar regularly. But then Joyce had her accident, and you got married. It’s just not been the same without

smile. “Alright, once I’m out of here, we’ll grab a drink together. Even though I can’t drink, I can still hang out with you and

spending three years with Kristopher, you deserve a break. Let

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