Chapter 23 % Sharon ! Nathan ran toward me , his ams wrapping around my frail body as I lay helpless on the hospital bed .
His embrace was d desperate , as if he feared I would disappear if he let go .
And once again , I saw his tears flowing freely , unrestrained .
Dont cry , Nathan , I whispered , hugging him back with as much strength as I could muster kept my promise I opened my eyes But instead of calming him , my words only made his sobs grow heavier Guilt twisted inside me Nathan the man who was always so full of laughter , who could brighten even the darkest days with his endless jokes was now trembling , drowning in sadness and fear .
And it was because of me Please , his voice shook as he held me tighter .
Please , dont do this again .
I wont forgive myself if you dont come back to me next A small , tired smile found its way to my lips .
Gently , I stroked his back , letting him release the storm of emotions he had bottled up Everyone has the night to cry į, too , had crumbled in grief when I heard about Edgars death .
So why should i be surprised that Nathan , the man who loves me , would break down after almost losing me ? I glanced toward my mother , who stood by the door , her eyes filled with warmth .
With a knowing smile , she quietly stepped out , giving us a moment alone She understood that , of everyone , Nathan had suffered the most watching me fight for my life .
Nathan Imurmured .
Can you let go for a second ? Im starting to feel a little suffocated here He shook his head stubbornly .
No , I dont want to let you go .
I dont want you to % ) Hey ! Lout him off , gently pushing him back .
He pouted like a scolded child , looking utterly adorable despite hus distress .
Tim fine , okay ? Treassured him , hoping to ease his worry ???? His jaw clenched .
Youre not line , Sharon You were stabbed .
A mystenous attacker almost = || Tarched an eyebrow , silently telling him not to tverreact .
His shoulders slumped as he looked away , clearly reluctant to say anything that might upset me further ) A sudden thought struck me , making my heart clench My children , Nathan .
Where are they ? Are they okay ? I want to see my baby , help me stand up .
Nathan met my gaze , his expression softening You just woke up from a coma .
Well see them later .
Theyre fine , he promised .
Theyre beautiful so handsome .
But He hesitated .
} My breath hitched .
They were born prematurely , he admitted .
They need intensive care , but I swear , theyre strong .
Theyre fighters , just like their mother on when the situation was dire .
I trusted him .
I A quiet chuckle slipped from my lips .
Nathan always knew how to ease my mind , even knew he wouldnt lie to me .
My babies would be okay .
Im sorry , my little ones .
Mommy put you through so much trouble , } Nathan cleared his throat , pulling me back from my thoughts .
I brought your favonte porridge and chicken soup .

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He lifted a small container , the warm aroma filling the room .
My heart softened Nathan , I called gently .
He looked at me with quiet affection .
My boutique- Sharon , he cut me off , his tone shifting into something firm yet tender .
Dont worry about anything right now .
The only thing that matters is you getting better so you can finally hold your twins , X His words were comforting , but my mind refused to stay still .
There was something else I needed to know .
Something I had been dreading yet yearning to confirm X Grace What had Nathan done about her ? I didnt need him to confirm that she was responsible .
Deep down , I already knew .
But I needed to hear it from him .
Had he reported her to the police ? Considering how he obtained the evidence illegally I doubted it would hold up in court .
!!! But I needed justice .
I deserved justice .
are you going t going to do about Grace ? I swallowed down my emotions , forcing myself to stay composed .
Nathan , I murmured .
What are He stiffened .
His sharp eyes studied me , as if measuring how much I knew Grace ? he repeated , buying himself time I nodded Is it possible that she was behind all this ? | feigned ignorance , waiting for his reaction .
A slow breath escaped him as he placed the porridge bowl on the nightstand .
He reached for my hand , his fingers brushing over my skin with a gentleness that contrasted the storm raging in his eyes 切 If you suspect her , he finally said , voice low and steady , then I wont deny it .
Because yes , i My stomach twisted .
it was her ng .
What was her goal ? What could she possibly gain from I just dont understand why , I admitted , staring at the sterile white ceiling .
hurting me ? : Nathan tightened his grip on my hand , forcing me to look at him .
I dont know , he admitted .
But she needs to be punished , Sharon , If we let this go , shell just do something worse next time .
I nodded .
She needed to pay .
What she did wasnt just an act of jealousy it was a crime .
But how will you report her ? I hesitated !! Nathan had evidence , but we both knew it was obtained illegally .
That alone could ruin our case before it even started .
Instead of answering , he simply smirked .
That sly , dangerous smirk I had seen before the one that reminded me of the ruthless man beneath his charming exterior .
hope i Nathan , the man who could weave cunning plans like a master strategist .
And for the first time since waking up , I felt a spark of Tve already taken care of it , he assured me .
You dont need to worry about anything He leaned in , his voice softer now , almost like a vow All you need to do is get better for the sake of your two children ; I exhaled , my heart a little lighter .
? Nathan would make sure Grace faced justice .
And I I would make sure I lived to see it .