Chapter 168 Did He Threaten You?

• CORRIE
• I watch Charlton and Hatty through the small glass window in the door, my chest tightening at the sight of him lying there in such a pitiful state. The doctor had already confirmed it, the bullet was indeed from a sniper.
• I fold my arms, worry settling deep in my bones. I can’t bring myself to go in. My throat feels locked with guilt, as though stepping any closer might somehow make things worse, like my presence alone could put Charlton in even more danger. But I couldn't face Hatty either. I pushed her away, and the moment I tried to make things right, I ended up hurting someone precious to her.