Marrying the Man in the Dark

Chapter 1191 Cirrhosis

Mandy felt a wave of emotion as she started the car, a sigh escaping her lips.

She couldn't help but think how much better things would have been if Lucy had met Colin first.

At least this man truly cared about her

Unlike Lennon, he only seemed to see himself when he looked at her.

"Ms. Staber's condition is dire," the doctor said, pulling Colin into his office.

"This isn't the first time she's been brought in drunk, is it?" He took a deep breath, his expression grave.

"We've discovered severe damage. Her liver... it's already hardened from years of alcohol abuse."

The doctor slowed his tone, "In other words, Ms. Staber has developed liver cirrhosis from long-term alcoholism." He paused, letting the gravity of his words sink in.

"If she doesn't quit drinking and receive aggressive treatment, her life will be at risk."

Colin's head buzzed with a sudden, overwhelming rush of emotions.

How could this be happening?

could she let it come

is hitting you

why didn't you try to stop

the weight of regret heavy on his shoulders. He had often thought about stopping Lucy from

felt

she was drunk, she could escape the overwhelming pain

secretly drinking for four years, as

alcohol to cope with her

was

was

the office. He clutched the diagnosis in trembling hands as Mandy rushed

"How is it?"

until they landed

torrent of anxiety and restlessness overwhelmed her in an instant, and she couldn't hold back anymore. She gasped, covering her mouth as tears streamed down her cheeks, finally

one clear mission: to advocate for Lucy's justice, express her righteous anger on Lucy's behalf, and provide unwavering support

like a wave crashing against rocks. At that moment,

genuinely love

worth enduring all the grievances, debasing herself to dust

worth the self-inflicted pain she endured for

heart twisted in turmoil, gripped by

emotion, he drew Mandy close, enveloping her in