Chapter 188

Chapter 188:

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Margaret wrapped her arms around Cathryn, her own voice heavy with sorrow. “No one should ever have to go through something like that. I hope she can find a way to heal.”

For reasons Cathryn couldn’t explain, a deep ache settled in her chest. Maybe it was because they were close in age, but she felt an overwhelming sadness for the girl’s suffering.

With a gentle touch, Margaret tucked a loose strand of hair behind Cathryn’s ear. “Thank goodness you stayed in the VIP room. The general ward is full of trouble. If you’d been there—someone as lovely as you—who knows what could have happened.”

A chill ran down Cathryn’s spine at the very idea.

Margaret quickly covered her mouth, regretting her words. “I shouldn’t say things like that. Someone of your status would never find herself in such a place, let alone cross paths with people like that.”