Chapter 71

Cora POV

The moment Sloane stormed out, a tense silence settled over the ward. I could feel every pair of eyes on me—some were judging, some curious, and some… just relieved that I had stood my ground. The adrenaline still thrummed through my veins, and my hands were trembling slightly as I rubbed them together.

“Cora… are you okay?” a junior nurse asked softly, stepping closer. Her voice was filled with genuine concern.

I gave her a faint smile, forcing calm into my ...