Chapter 1061

"Sir, please have some self-respect!" Nicola pried Charles' hands off her. "I have a husband that I love. Why would I ever love you?" Nicola directly removed her oxygen mask when she saw Charles refusing to leave her bedside. Numerous wounds were covering her body, and even the slightest movement caused her intense pain. Nevertheless, she gripped the bed frame and struggled to get out of bed. Staying in the hospital meant she would continue seeing his face, the one that she loved and hated. She didn't want to fall into that trap again, so she left. Cillian's mother, Isabella, had treated her horribly, striking and scolding her daily. Her body was never free of bruises and wounds. Although Cillian's remarks were harsh, she knew he wasn't entirely awful. Regardless of how hurtful his words were, he never physically hurt her. He had even protected her when Isabella tried to hit her. She understood that his harsh comments served merely to hide his vulnerability. After she rescued Cil