Chapter 128~ Support

Roxanne shared worried looks with the other women in the ward. She sat on the other side of the bed and held Claire’s hand.

For a moment, Roxanne kept sighing as sadness crept into her. She glanced at Claire and asked, “Sweetheart, did that man… did he…”

Roxanne sighed again, unable to voice her words. Would it be too insensitive to question Claire about it? She had been wanting to ask if her kidnapper had disrespected her in any way but refrained from doing so since any trigger could affect Claire's pregnancy.

However, she had to know just in case Claire needed a therapist to help her overcome the trauma.

“I want you to know that whatever the case, we won’t blame you for things that were beyond your control. We love you and we will support you all the way," Roxanne said and took in a shuddering breath before asking, "Did that man touch you against your will?”

Claire gasped and her eyes rounded when she realised they had all misunderstood. She vigorously shook her head and replied