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21. My Pretty Lady

Author: Sophia Sahara
last update Last Updated: 2023-08-08 10:07:15

CHLOE

I woke up from my shallow sleep because I was thirsty. I instantly looked for my phone to check the time. It is almost nine in the morning. I fell asleep in Patricio's room, or rather, I should call him Trace, so I would remember that he's responsible for what happened to our family. He ruined Carly's life.

I felt bad again as I thought about what happened to Carly. Nine months ago, I found her almost bleeding to death due to self-harm. I was nervous and panicked at that time. I called 911, and they helped me take Carly to the nearest hospital.

At the hospital, I learned Carly's problems went beyond self-harm. Carly had aborted her child, and if she hadn't been brought to the hospital, I wouldn't have known about the complications of the abortion. Carly could no longer become a mother, as I was told by the doctor who attended to her. Her uterus was damaged.

I sighed as guilt overwhelmed me once more due to that information I knew but hadn't shared with my parents or Carly until
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