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Chapter 362

Chapter 362:
Once Verena was covered, Lucas finally moved closer to her.
The moment Verena’s tear-filled eyes landed on Lucas, a sob escaped her.
“Lucas…
You are finally here! You saved me!” she cried and reached out for him.
Lucas grabbed her arm before she could throw herself into his.
“You’re okay now,” he said calmly, his voice steady.
Verena’s friend stepped in. “We need to leave now. Verena, can you walk?”
“I… I think so,” Verena whispered, clutching onto her friend for support.
But as soon as she tried to move, her legs buckled. “Verena!” her friend gasped, steadying her. “What’s wrong? Are you hurt?”
Verena shook her head weakly, tears welling in her eyes again.
“Can you carry her?” Verena’s friend asked, turning to Ryan.
Ryan stepped forward with a nod, but Verena recoiled instantly, retreating a few shaky steps.
“Verena…” Ryan stopped, his expression clouded with confusion.
Pale and trembling, Verena shook her head. “Please… Don’t touch me. I can’t… I…”
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Everyone fell silent, the realization dawning on them.
After what had nearly happened to Verena, the thought of being touched by a man was too much for her to bear.
Verena’s friend then turned to look at Lucas. “Mr. Clark, could you—”
“There’s no need for that!” Verena cut her off, her voice sharp despite her weakness. “I’ll manage on my own.”
She gripped her friend’s arm tightly and forced herself to take another step.
But her strength betrayed her again, and she almost stumbled.
Seeing this, Lucas took a deep breath, walked over, and without a word, lifted Verena into his arms.
Verena’s immediate reaction was to cling to him, her arms winding tightly around his neck.
On the way to the hospital, she didn’t say a word, nor did Lucas and the others.
At the Grand Plains General Hospital, a doctor emerged from the examination room. “We’ve completed her checkup,” he said, addressing Ryan. “Physically, she has only sustained minor abrasions, and there are marks on her wrists and ankles from being tightly bound.”
After a pause, he continued, “More concerning is her mental state. She is showing signs of acute trauma and appears to be highly averse to men. Her emotional state is fragile, and she will need significant support to recover. I recommend allowing those close to her to spend more time with her and offer comfort, helping her avoid falling into despair. If not handled properly, her condition could worsen.”
Ryan nodded, his voice low. “Alright, I understand. Thank you, doctor.”
The doctor and nurses soon left, leaving the group in the hallway.
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