The Road to Rebirth Her Fresh Start and His Late Sorrow by Helena R. Bates

Chapter 54

Nancy froze, puzzled. Gazing into Judson's worried and panicked eyes, the anger simmering within her gradually subsided.

"No needles, no hospital trip. I'll pop a pill," Nancy said, pulling her hand away and reaching into the drawer for a capsule, about to grab a glass of water.

Judson immediately grabbed her hand. "This water's too cold. Let me get you some warm water from the kitchen."

With those words, he dashed into the kitchen and returned within seconds, holding a glass, his face etched with concern.

"Babe, take your medicine. I'll watch you," he said, his demeanor resembling a child who'd done something wrong.

Nancy wasn't used to this kind of attention. Quickly, she downed her water and swallowed the medicine, giving a small cough to show Judson she'd taken it, all while noticing the worry still etched on his face. "Medicine's down. Now, let's get you to the police station," she said, trying to lighten the mood.

"No way! You're sick. I can't leave you." Judson took Nancy's hand, sitting beside her and holding her close.

"Nancy, you may not want to admit you're my wife, but in my heart, you're family. I'll go to the police station, but only if you're okay!"

As she was about to respond,

frantic voice broke in. "Lena, we've got a problem! Some thugs are wrecking the place!" After her words, panicked screams

instantly. "I'm on my

reached for her car keys,

Judson was one step ahead, holding the keys. "Babe, you're in no condition to drive. I'll take you!" Too urgent to argue, Nancy nodded grimly.

out of breath and frantic. Just then, a mocking voice sliced through the air. "Lena, so you're the one trying to steal my

for her to dodge, a sharp pain spreading across her cheek, snapping

doll-faced girl, Nancy surveyed the trashed surroundings, noting the absence of

as she faced the

I am. Lena, you

fingers, two burly men in black emerged from a

with jealousy as she glared at Nancy's delicate features.

right now! What are you waiting for? Take good care of this

approached Nancy with unmistakable lust in their

grim. "I've called the police on

man scoffed, "So what? By the time they get here, we'll have had our fun