ARIA’S POV
Sophia’s reckless behavior leaves me incredulous. If Adam hadn’t intervened when he did, who knows what harm she might have inflicted. Her actions reveal a disturbing disregard for the safety of those around her, especially considering her condition. The fear of what could have happened sends chills down my spine, making me realize just how dangerous and desperate she is.
Even though I’m not injured, Adam rushes both of us to the hospital, insisting on a check–up because of the blows. His concern is evident, and while I appreciate his vigilance, the whole situation feels surreal. As we head to the hospital, I can’t help but feel a mix of relief and lingering anxiety over what just happened.
As Adam drives, Sophia’s relentless chatter fills the car. Despite the tense atmosphere, she seems determined to keep talking, her words slicing through the air like knives.
“Aria? Are you fine? Is your baby alright?”
What the hell? How did she even find out about my ‘baby‘? This baby situation is causing me more trouble each day and now Sophia’s insincere tone grates on my nerves.
Sophia’s feigned concern feels like a poorly rehearsed act, her words dripping with insincerity. It’s clear she’s only interested in portraying herself as the victim and winning Adam’s sympathy, regardless of the truth. Her calculated façade contrasts sharply with the underlying contempt she’s always harbored.
Finally, we reach the hospital and get diagnosed by the doctor who confirms that I am alright. Yes, it was just a fall, and I am not even pregnant, but the way Adam rushed both of us made it feel like we are both pregnant and on the verge of losing our baby.
“I’m sorry… You lost your baby.”
I am baffled at the doctor’s sudden revelation. Sophia gapes, while Adam seems shocked.
The weight of guilt presses down on me like an anchor dragging me into the depths of despair. In that moment, I can’t help but replay the events leading up to this tragic outcome. Questions swirl in my mind.
Could I have handled the situation differently? Should I have been more cautious? The realization that my actions may have contributed to the loss of another life hits me like a physical blow, leaving me breathless and reeling with remorse.
Sophia lies there in bed, wailing.
“Adam! She killed our baby!”
“Sophia, you know that you started everything… You came over me and didn’t stop kicking me in my belly.”
Despite the absence of tangible evidence, there are moments when truth transcends the need for proof. In the charged atmosphere of the hospital room, as Sophia’s accusations clash with my blunt honesty, the truth becomes a palpable force.
It’s a bitter realization, knowing that I can’t vindicate myself with evidence, but there’s a sense of clarity in accepting that some truths speak for themselves, even in the absence of proof.
Nonetheless, something is really off with Sophia’s behavior.
“You know Adam, how she kept pushing me? But still I was worried about her baby. Look what she did!”
Ah! The fake bitch! Sophia’s deception cuts deep, and her cries seem to amplify the weight of her falsehoods. As her wails pierce the air, I feel a surge of frustration, an urge to silence the cacophony of lies.
CHAPTER 98
+25 BONUS
It’s maddening to witness her manipulation, to endure the onslaught of her deceitful semblance. The desire to silence her, to put an end to the charade, becomes almost overwhelming in the face of such blatant dishonesty.
The realization hits me instantly that Sophia has set me up and framed me. The anger brewing on Adam’s face confirms my fears, stirring up a sense of impending confrontation. Like a storm on the horizon, I can sense the tempest of Adam’s wrath about to descend upon me, and I steel myself for the onslaught of his accusations, like he did in the past.
Then something creeps into my mind.
“If you say that I was pushing you, then let’s check the CCTV footage from the living room.‘
I challenge, hoping Sophia’s demeanor will betray her nervousness. Yet, to my surprise, she remains remarkably composed. It’s baffling–she’s not only lying but also seemingly unafraid of the repercussions.
I wonder why.
CHAPTER 99
