Chapter 490

"Why don't you eat this?" Sonia placed the plate of pasta on the bedside table.

Caroline shook her head, to which Sonia said, "You can't refuse this. Your body is a precious gift from God. You must eat, even if the world falls apart."

Then, Caroline turned to look at her with dull and spiritless eyes. Her lips parted, but no words came out.

Sonia knelt on the carpeted floor and glanced up at Caroline. "Can you tell me what happened?"

The corners of Caroline's lips twitched, but her attempt at a smile failed.

Sonia gripped her hands and said, "It's okay. You don't have to tell me if you don't want to, and you don't have to eat this if you don't feel like it. I'll stay here with you. Just tell me what you want, alright?"

Eventually, Caroline nodded. Feeling much relieved, Sonia stood up and walked to the side of the bed to draw the curtains.

The darkness was rather welcoming, and it gave Caroline a sense of security. She curled up in her blankets and closed her eyes, letting