The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

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Corrine said nothing. Her silence deepened, and her eyes sharpened with a chill that seemed to cut through the hallway, daring anyone nearby to speak without caution.

The doctor hesitated, clearly unsettled by her gaze. After a pause, he finally spoke cautiously, “Based on what we’ve seen, the bullet has been inside her for three years. She lives with constant pain. Even simple movements cause it to shift, which only worsens her condition. Without medication and long-term care, she probably wouldn’t be able to stay upright, let alone move around.”

It made sense now. Because a bullet was lodged in Kinsley’s spine, standing for too long was often unbearable. That was why she chose to sit whenever possible to ease the strain.

Drawing in a sharp breath, Corrine’s fingers clenched into a fist at her side. “What are the odds we can get it out?”

The doctor’s expression darkened. He took a moment before responding, “The bullet sits at her first lumbar vertebra. A hasty removal could lead to paralysis from the waist down, or worse, total paralysis.”

chilling silence filled the

the doctor continued, Corrine found herself grasping only the words “paralysis from the waist down” and “total paralysis.” Kinsley had always been full of life and pride. The thought of

her family’s vast resources and influence, they must have sought the best medical opinions

remained seated outside for what felt like hours. It wasn’t until the sudden crash of glass inside

saw Kinsley awkwardly reaching for a

Kinsley managed a weak smile.

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had fought hard to keep her pain hidden, but now the truth was laid bare. Corrine approached, poured a fresh glass

Kinsley’s eyes. She dabbed at them and let out a soft chuckle. “I guess I’m aging. Nowadays, even a little pain gets to me. Remember our old team of twelve? We went through all sorts