Charlotte racked her brain, forcing herself to calm down and try to sound as calm as she could. "No."

"Really?"

"Feel free to check my medical records, Ms. Lloyd. This is Mr. Langley's hospital. My records can't be forged." Charlotte stared at the quilt, avoiding locking eyes with Stella.

Stella silently sized her up for a long time before she smiled. "It seems Jason really doesn't like you much."

Her words got to Charlotte, whose chest was stifled with pain. She ...