Chapter 112

Rey’s pov ; I hurried through the hospital corridors, my heels clicking against the polished floors. As I approached Mrs. Carpenter’s room, I overheard snippets of conversation that made my blood run cold. "You found Bella. I wanted to see her," She voice floated into the hallway. My heart skipped a beat. *Found her? Already?* I quickened my pace, forcing a smile onto my face as I pushed open the door to the ward. "Mom, your health is the most important thing. How can you just leave the hospital?" I said, my tone gentle but firm. Mrs. Carpenter turned to me, her face lighting up. "Rey, you’re here." I held up the bouquet of lilies I’d brought. "I thought these might brighten up the room. Let me put them on the windowsill. The fresh scent will make you feel better." I moved to arrange the flowers, my hands steady despite the storm raging inside me. She smiled, her eyes soft with gratitude. "You’re always so thoughtful, Rey." The compliment should have warmed me, but instead, it felt lik