"She has suffered from long-term malnutrition. Her skin is pale and because of malnutrition and lack of exposure to sunlight, her bones are actually underdeveloped, about five years younger than her actual age. Her skin was pale and tender to the touch, but there were multiple injuries on her body. I suspect that she has been abused for years,” said the doctor.
Alex paused for a moment before lowering his voice. " Just fix her, we will talk about the rest once she heals."
"Understood!" The doctor responded hurriedly.
Jane remained under medical care in the hospital for a n entire week and all costs were covered by Alex. The medical charge itself was not much, considering that most of her injuries were minor. However, Alex had to spend a ton on supplements. He also took the time to look into Jane's past for the past week. It was hard for him to believe that something like this could happen i n the modern world.
Jane smiled sadly from her sick bed. "The world is huge and filled with wonders. Even college students who study in the most vibrant city could be lured into remote villages and were held captive for five to six years, giving birth to a few children. News reports like this have never been far from the ears. Though I was locked up, I got lucky because I didn't get pregnant. That moron died right after marrying me and his
brother took his place. He was no fool, but he was... incompetent."
Reminded of her past, tears began streaming down her cheeks.
Alex, who was still stuck in his very own despair, replied to Jane, "That family has been punished. The mastermind behind all these and anyone who helped will be going to jail, so you don't have to worry about them coming after you. Where are your parents? Shall I get someone to send you home?"
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