Her Husband's Secret Affair novel Chapter 42

Sophie’s eyes fluttered open, the dim light of the hospital room making her squint.

She blinked a few times, trying to make sense of her surroundings. It wasn’t until she saw him—Alex, sitting beside her, looking as if he hadn’t moved an inch since the moment she’d lost consciousness—that reality crashed into her like a freight train.

She gasped, her breath catching in her throat. “Alex…”

He looked up at the sound of her voice, his face instantly filled with concern. “Sophie,” he said softly, his eyes filled with a mix of relief and worry. “You’re awake.”

Sophie felt a lump form in her throat. Tears began to well in her eyes as everything came flooding back—the abduction, the terrifying moments, the endless fear for her life.

And now, here he was, sitting next to her like nothing had ever happened between them.

She couldn’t hold it in any longer. The tears spilled over, and she choked on a sob. “I’m so sorry,” she whispered, her voice shaky. “I’m so sorry for everything… for leaving… for being an ingrate…”

Alex immediately reached for her hand, his touch gentle, comforting. “Shh,” he said, his voice soothing. “Don’t apologize. You don’t owe me anything. It’s not your fault.”

Sophie’s chest tightened, and she squeezed his hand in return, wanting to believe him, but still feeling so much guilt gnawing at her.

A few moments passed in silence as she tried to steady herself. “How long have I been here?” she asked, wiping her eyes.

“Only a few hours,” Alex answered, glancing over at the doctor who was checking on her vitals.

Sophie turned her gaze to the doctor, who was taking notes on a clipboard. “When can I go home?” she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.

The doctor gave her a warm smile before responding. “You’re doing well. I’d recommend staying the night for observation, and then you should be good to go home tomorrow. Just take it easy.”

Sophie nodded, relieved. She wanted to go home, but she also felt a deep unease at the thought of being anywhere without Alex by her side.

As the doctor left, Alex stood up, looking down at her with a soft expression. “I’m staying with you,” he said simply.

Sophie immediately shook her head. “No, you don’t have to. You should go home. I’ll be fine.”

But Alex just looked at her, his jaw set. “No, I’m staying. I’m not leaving you, Sophie. Not again.”

Her heart twisted at his words. She stared at him in silence, unsure of what to say next.

Why was he being so kind to her?

After everything she’d put him through, after all the mistakes she’d made, why was he still here, still willing to care for her?

“Why… why are you being so kind to me?” Sophie finally asked, her voice a mere whisper.