Upon hearing Leila's concern, Jeremy immediately pulled back the bedcovers.
The sight of Madeline's legs, marred with bruises and bloodstains, instantly turned his gaze icy and filled him with guilt.
How had he failed to notice the severity of her injuries?
Jeremy's silence prompted Leila to press further. "Jeremy, please don't tell me you were unaware of Madeline's injuries until now."
"I overlooked it," Jeremy admitted. He failed to take good care of her and he was willing to do anything to make it up to her.
Even though Leila was on the verge of anger, she restrained herself and questioned, "Then I'm sure you're also unaware of what happened today."
"What happened? Weren't you two out shopping?"
Jeremy's anxiety spiked as a bad feeling surged within him.
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