Lies in My Marriage by Lane Abbott
Chapter 5

Chapter 5

I suddenly regained consciousness, but I remained still. I focused on

regulating my breathing while keeping my eyes closed, listening to the

footsteps approaching from a distance. I could tell that it was Tania.

My hand beneath the blanket involuntarily clenched, and my palm grew

sweaty.

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Even though I lay with my back to the door, I could unmistakably sense her

presence by my bedside. I could feel her subtle breath and catch the faintest

whiff of her perfume.

“Mrs. Diaz,” she whispered softly.

I didn’t respond, nor did I move.

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In the next moment, she forcefully pushed my shoulder, surprising me with

her strong grip. Thankfully, I had mentally prepared myself, or the situation

could have turned dangerous.

“You’re sleeping so soundly!” she muttered in a barely audible voice. Yet, her.

words echoed in my ears. It was far from a compliment, and I could clearly

detect the disdain in her tone.

My thoughts began to clear. It seemed to be Tania indeed.

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Before I could confirm this thought, a terrifying scene unfolded, leaving me no

time to react. A stabbing pain shot through my scalp, and I instinctively

made a sound, it nearly caused me to break my cover.

best to supt

I tried my it by slightly moving my head to show discomfort,

but I remained in a drowsy state and didn’t fully awaken.

However, my inner tummal renshat te pill menged, angry, and

shocked Thess emalions everwhelmed me My tear ducts warned up, and i

clenched my teeth desperately

Tania Lade, when have I mistreated you in these sight years? i treat you like a

sister, yet you treat me like this

I finally understood why thad been experiencing this stabbing pain so

frequently during this period. It felt like a sharp and unbearable pain that

vanished in an instant in my hazy consciousness Initially, I had believed it to

be a dream.

Little did I know that it was a malicious act happening to me in reality. No

wonder the pain felt so real. Even after fully regaining consciousness, a

lingering ache remained,

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Perhaps realizing that I still hadn’t awakened, she spoke again. Her voice now

cold and sinister. “Wake up! It’s time to take your medicine!”

Her shout was a stark contrast to her usual gentle demeanor.

At this point, I was utterly bewildered and found it difficult to believe that this

seemingly kind and honest person had transformed into such a venomous

figure.

Only when my face was slapped once more did I realize that I couldn’t

pretend any longer.

I shifted my body slightly, groaned, and slowly opened my eyes before

gazing out the window in a daze. Deep down, I despaired over what had

transpired. How could the seemingly gentle Tania become such a wicked

nursemaid?

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Once again, I heard her gentle voice by my ear, and her tone returned to its

original utmost tenderness. “Mrs. Diaz, wake up. It’s time to take your

medicine.”

“Mmm…” I sighed softly, gathered my senses, and slowly turned over before

staring blankly at her, standing by the bedside with my slightly misty eyes.

As our gazes met, her smile froze for a moment, and then she spoke calmly

and gently. “Mrs. Diaz, did you sleep well? Shall I help you sit up?”

I maintained eye contact and continued to stare at her until she grew visibly

nervous and swallowed. Only then did I avert my gaze. I sighed with feigned.

sorrow and said, “Tania, the more I think about it, the more I wonder if I have.

some kind of illness, and you all are keeping it from me.”

She nonchalantly adjusted my blanket and replied, “Mrs. Diaz, you’re

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overthinking it. People get sick sometimes, and you’ve just given birth. Your

body is a bit weak, but with some rest and care, you’ll be fine.”

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“While that may be true, why do I feel like I’m growing weaker day by day? I’ve

been sleeping so much, and it’s as if I’ve slept my life away. All I do day in and

day out is take medicine and sleep! Tania, it must be hard on you!”

“Mrs. Diaz, please don’t say that. What’s so hard about it? Taking care of your

health is my job!” She looked at me and continued, “Sleeping is the best way

to recover from an illness. You just need to be patient. They say illness comes

like a landslide, but it goes slowly like spinning silk. Let me get your medicine.

It’s still warm. You should drink it while it’s hot for it to be effective.”

She quickly turned to leave, and I slowly sat up while staring blankly in the

direction she had gone. I touched the spot where the needle had pricked me

earlier, contemplating how to avoid taking the medicine.

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overthinking it. People get sick sometimes, and you’ve just given birth. Your

body is a bit weak, but with some rest and care, you’ll be fine.”

“While that may be true, why do I feel like

I’m growing weaker day by day? I’ve