Chapter 3

Marion’s hand trembled, and her phone slipped from her grasp, hitting the bed rail with a loud crack before landing on the floor.

Cassie woke abruptly, instinctively turning towards Marion. Cassie’s heart surged with a mix of excitement and heartache. “Marion, are you awake?”

“Cassie—”

Marion tried to address her friend but her voice trembled and made it difficult to talk. Cassie, having just woken up herself, did not think much of the sound of Marion’s phone falling.

As she bent down, Cassie picked up the phone, and as she did, she caught sight of the illuminated screen. There was a photo of Jameson embracing Sally.

Cassie seethed with anger, her entire body trembling. Unsure if Marion had seen the picture yet, she suppressed her rage, pretending everything was fine. “Marion, you’re awake. I’ll get the doctor to check on you.”

Marion’s gaze swept over the phone Cassie placed on the bedside table. She did not say anything. She closed her eyes and softly replied, “Okay.”

was still wearing yesterday’s bridesmaid dress; she had not changed since last night,

friend to worry anymore. Besides,

reassured herself that it did not

he repeatedly abandon her without a second thought? She’s had enough! Marion clenched the bedsheets tightly, gritting her teeth. The tension intensified the pain from her wounds, but it was the only way she could stay awake. She had had

bringing breakfast. The tension he held throughout the night finally eased. After the doctor’s examination,

of panic crossing

the ceiling, never hating herself more. Lucas Craig and Daniel Florrick emerged from the elevator and saw Richard being assisted

then spoke, “Mr.

raised his hand, signaling for Daniel to assess the situation.

continued walking deeper into

eyes flickered, and he stepped inside. Hearing footsteps, Marion slowly opened her eyes. As her eyes met the man’s deep, ocean-like

the one who hit you yesterday. What compensation can I offer you?” The man’s voice was low, his words carrying a hint of indifference. It was

pursuit of Jameson, she had

gaze, looking at the bandages on

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