Chapter 47: No Resentment

Sophie Mitchell drove straight to the hospital, Henry Carson by her side. The sight that greeted them was heart-wrenching: Lily Turner curled up in her bed, her once lively and defiant eyes now void of any spark. "Lily," Sophie murmured as she approached the bed, "Henry and I came to see you." Lily glanced at Sophie, but her gaze turned fearful the moment she saw Henry behind her. "I'm sorry," she stammered, eyes wide with terror. "It's okay, Lily. This isn't Theo Roberts. This is Henry. Don't you recognize him?" Sophie tried to soothe her friend, but Lily remained petrified. Henry, seeing the scene unfold, sighed. "Perhaps she mistakes me for Theo," he suggested. Sophie nodded, turning back to comfort Lily. But inside, Henry knew the real reason for Lily's fear. It wasn’t just about being harassed by Theo Roberts; she had also overheard a dangerous conversation between him and Theo, revealing his true identity. "Let me try," Henry suggested, stepping forward. He met Lily's eyes