Chapter 13

Clara’s eyelids funtered open, and a familiar face loomed into view, a beacon in the tumultuous sea of her

consciousness

She clung to him like he was her lifeline. Her fingers gripped the fabric of the man’s shirt as she whispered with a frail voice, “Anders, get me out of here.”

The last thing she wanted was for lan to witness her in such disamay. She couldn’t bear his pitying gaze. She didn’t want anything from him. She just needed to escape this place as quickly as possible

Anders watched her, his eyes betraying a hint of anxiety. How can you leave in this state? I should take you to a doctor

No, Anders! I just donated blood, that’s all I’m just a bit drained. Please, just take me home,” she implored

A gentle look in Anders eyes despened into concem. He bent down and lifted Clara in his arms, holding her securely against his chest. Don’t be afraid, I’ve got you” he soothed as he carried her away.

cradled into a car by another man, a man who gazed upon her with an expression filled with tenderness and

fury. His dark eyes followed the departing car until it vanished from

Clara awoke again, it was the following morning

having no food for a whole day and night and having lost so much

the bedroom, a delicious aroma grested

kitchen.

tall, imposing figure

a pink apron adorned with cartoon pigs around his waist

I’ve made you

awkwardly, “Anders, you’ve been such a help. I owe

Ivywood University Law School Anders was two years her senior, and both were protégés of the legal luminary, Mr. Marco.

professional paths diverged. Anders had graduated with his master’s and

laugh. Td like that, and Mr. Marco has been saying he misses you. Once you’re feeling better, we should invite him along.”

so good to me, and I feel guilty for not following in his footsteps. I’m too embarrassed

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