Chapter 4

The sharp scent of antiseptic filled my nose, making me wince. As I opened my eyes, the familiar faces of my parents came into view, and I couldn’t hold back my tears.

“Adaline, let’s consider moving to another city,” my mom suggested, her eyes red and swollen from crying, watching over me with tender concern.

My dad stood by her side, his face stern, though the shimmer of tears in his eyes revealed his true emotions. He gritted his teeth, “That scumbag! How could he pull such a stunt?”

Memories of last night flooded my mind, leaving a bitter taste…