Love Left Her For Dead (Natalie Carter) novel Chapter 6

The days that followed were nothing short of absurd.

Jayden showered Natalie with gifts every day—from limited edition dolls to the strawberry cake she used to love when she was younger.

Meanwhile, Logan stayed by her side constantly, even testing the temperature of the medicine before feeding it to her.

They put on gentle smiles, as if their years of favoritism toward Clara had never happened. It was as if the hurt they'd inflicted on Natalie were nothing but a nightmare.

However, Natalie merely watched quietly, as if she was watching a poorly staged performance. She'd lost all hope ever since the day she found out about the truth.

Now, she was only waiting for the opportunity to get back on her feet again—one that the medical research institute had promised her.

…

Natalie got discharged a week later. Jayden and Logan fussed over every one of her needs as they helped her leave the hospital.

Once they sent her back to her room, Logan crouched down before her and spoke gently. "You must be exhausted from all the tests, Natalie. Just lie down and get some rest.

"Jayden and I will go get you some cupcakes from your favorite store since you were a child. You'll be able to eat them when you wake up later."

Natalie remained silent.

Jayden sighed and ruffled her hair before turning to leave.

No sooner had they left than the door was opened once again. But this time, Clara was the one who came in.

"Natalie." A cold smile tugged at Clara's lips, a stark contrast from the sweet image she'd carefully crafted. "It seems like I've underestimated you."

Natalie leaned against the headboard, her pale face unperturbed.