Where Petals of Vengeance Bloom

Chapter 246

"You're nothing but a cripple now, a disgrace that everyone despises!"

"Serves you right!"

"Justice at last!"

Claire found herself torn in a whirlwind of emotions-one moment, she was laughing at Nathan's ludicrous downfall, and the next, she was overwhelmed with sorrow for the suffering she and Adah had endured. Her emotions swung like a pendulum, leaving her dizzy and unsteady on her feet.

Sean caught her just in time as she swayed.

Looking up, Claire met Sean's concerned gaze. She managed a faint smile and whispered, "Mr. Foster, I'm alright."

Once she steadied herself, a determined glint appeared in Claire's eyes. "Mr. Foster," she declared, "I want to go out today. I need to visit Mrs. Linwood at the hospital."

guessed the reason behind her

was ready to

pain they'd caused her was about to be repaid in full. Armed with the truth, she intended to enlighten her

It was an urgent call from Cresthaven's leadership, requesting

you're Ms. Linwood's personal bodyguard. Ensure her safety at all

and pride, manipulated by Nathan-a man who had cunningly crafted his way into her world. Claire was determined for Adah to see

at the hospital, Claire composed herself, her steps steady and purposeful as she approached Adah's room. Opening the door, she was confronted by the sight of a haggard Adah.

Quinn about Ethan and Vanessa's imprisonment. Desperate to rescue her precious children, she was confined by her own

And then Claire entered.

most loathed enemy had appeared. Her injuries, her children's downfall-all, in her mind, traced back to Claire. The

remained unfazed. She stood just beyond Adah's reach, her gaze

simply watched, her patience unyielding.

She collapsed onto