Chapter 290: A Fractured Reunion

David's heart pounded in his chest as he made his way down the sterile corridors of the hospital. He hadn't seen Emily since their argument, and every step felt heavier than the last. The memories of their last encounter haunted him, but he couldn't stay away. He needed to make things right, or at least try. As he approached Emily's room, his palms grew clammy, and he hesitated for a moment before pushing the door open. The sight that greeted him stole his breath away. Emily lay in her hospital bed, her once vibrant eyes dulled by pain and resentment. She glanced at him briefly before turning her head away, a clear indication of her unwillingness to engage. "Emily," David began tentatively, his voice barely above a whisper. "I... I came to see you. Can we talk?" Emily's response was immediate and sharp. "I don't want to see you, David. Leave me alone." The words stung like a slap to the face, but David refused to back down. "Please, Em. I know things got out of hand, but we need to tal