Chapter 26
Caroline's POV The words left my mouth before I could stop them, fueled by months.....no, years....of suppressed pain. “I’m suing Cerene for intentional interference with my marriage,” I announced, my voice ringing clear through the private ward. The monitors continued their steady beeps, but every person in the room froze. Cerene’s tear....streaked face went slack with shock. The doctors exchanged uneasy glances. Nurses paused mid-motion. Peter’s head snapped toward me, his eyes narrowing in disbelief. “You’re what?” he growled. I lifted my chin, ignoring the way my legs still trembled. “Alienation of affection. Emotional manipulation. False accusations that have endangered my life and reputation. I have witnesses from today...my parents’ house. Security footage if I need it. I’
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