Strange Mark - Chapter 46

Ella - POV

I woke up to find my father, Hana, and James all smiling at the doctors as they checked my vitals and monitored my health.

"Ms. Hart, your recovery rate is quite impressive. We should be able to discharge you from the hospital today," one of the doctors informed. The news brought relief; I never did enjoy staying in medical facilities.

"Dad, Hana, I'm sorry you both had to worry because of me," I apologized. Hana had been anxious for me, and I could see the concern etched in my father's eyes as he squeezed my hand.

"You have nothing to feel sorry about, Princess," Dad whispered.

"It's not your fault, Ella. Don't speak as if it is," Hana said, comforting me. My eyes then fell on James, who looked at me with a hint of sadness. The guilt of having cheated on him made my stomach churn.

"I'm okay now, according to the doctor. I can go home," I suggested, to which my father sternly disagreed.

"You must take a few days off before returning to work." Upon hearing my father's