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Soon-To-Be Bride

Author: Siwa Rose
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

How was this possible? There was no visible scratches on Sparks neck. She had been wrong all along? It wasn’t Sophie or Sparks who had been trying to kill her?

Her lower lips trembled as tears welled up in her eyes. She felt a knot of guilt twist in her stomach.

"I... I'm... I'm sorry," Talia choked out, her voice quivering. "I’m really sorry I suspected you."

Sophie, still seething with anger, glared at Talia. "I’m glad we’ve been able to clear this whole misunderstanding, Talia. I think you should go and see a doctor tomorrow, just... to be sure all these isn’t all in your head." she said as she retreated to her room. Sparks gave one more look at Talia before he also went to his room.

Talia's heart sank at Sophie's words. Maybe she was right? Maybe she had been imagining everything? Maybe was was losing herself mentally? Was it all in her head?

Justin’s turned to Talia, his voices filled with concern. "You should go to your room now. I could stay with you if you want"

Talia nodded,
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