Chapter 198

Chapter 198:

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Caught off guard, he nearly stumbled, his hands still hovering in the air. He stared at her—huddled at the edge of the bed, wide-eyed and terrified.

Why was she like this?

The guards had only mentioned Richard hitting Gavin. They hadn’t said anything about Richard hitting Cathryn. She had endured far worse at her father’s hands—beatings, lashes—and never once reacted like this.

His voice softened. “Alright. I won’t touch you. I’ll just stay by your side. I promise, nobody will hurt you again.”

Through tears, Cathryn finally lifted her head, her words barely more than a whisper. “Damien, let’s end our marriage.”