Anna’s throat tightened, and no words came out. She stood frozen, staring at Martha with wide eyes, completely overwhelmed by shock.
“Anna, what are these pills?” Martha asked again, her tone firmer this time as she looked at Anna.
“Em… em… these are the pills the doctor gave me because of my low blood level,” Anna replied nervously.
Martha’s eyes lingered on Anna for a moment before dropping back down to the pills in her hand.
Anna’s heartbeat quickened with each passing second, her chest tightening under the weight of fear. If Martha realized the pills were for an abortion, she would undoubtedly report it to Vincenzo. The thought of him finding out sent a chill through her. She knew she could not let that happen, no matter what.
Anna opened her mouth to explain further, but Martha c
