MATT I slowly opened my eyes, groggily taking in the sterile hospital surroundings. The beeping machines, the white walls, the faint smell of disinfectant. I tried to sit up, but a wave of dizziness washed over me, forcing me back onto the pillows.“Easy, baby,” a familiar voice said, and I turned to see Jay sitting beside me, his eyes filled with concern.I smiled weakly, trying to remember what had happened. I fought back the tears that wanted to return. I needed to be strong. It was all in the past now. Even if Smart survived, the police would take care of him. He might be jailed, or whatever. I just hope he doesn't survive. Am I a bad person for wishing that? For wanting the devil that hurt my baby to die? If that made me evil, I'll gladly wear that tag. As long as that bastard dies.“Hey,” I muttered, my throat dry.Jay leaned forward, brushing a kiss on my forehead. “Hey, you're okay. You're safe.”I nodded, feeling a mix of emotions. Dad stood at the foot of the bed, his eye
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