Chapter 4

I’m not sure when I fell asleep, but when I woke up, the nurse was standing beside me, swapping out my IV bag.

“This is the last one for today. Once this is finished, you’ll be free to leave the hospital,” she said with a bright smile, running her hand through my messy hair.

“You’re such a strong girl. Promise me you’ll take care of yourself from now on.”

I purposely lowered my gaze and blinked slowly. “I will, thank you. You take care too.”

I’ve always known how to make people feel sorry for me, no matter who they are.

Sure enough, the nurse gave my cheek a gentle pinch, then stuffed all the candy from her pocket into my arms.

After she left, I let out a wild, carefree smile.

I’m an orphan—never had parents since birth.

A few years ago, I gained a family, but they’ve all passed away now.

Now, I’m the only one left. I didn’t expect anyone to come help me check out.

I followed the nurse through the discharge process. Thankfully, nurses are sharp and took care of most of the paperwork for me.

When it was time to leave, she looked at me with teary eyes and said, “Please promise me you’ll live your life to the fullest from now on.”

I put on my best performance, crying in her arms, and then wiped away my tears as soon as I turned away.

It’s all just for show.