Trapped in Love

After that, Paige grabbed Caroline’s hand and pleaded with the latter, “I’m begging you, Carol. Please don’t tell Alex about this! Help me cover it up and stay with me when I get the abortion, okay? I can’t let the child suffer in pain in the future!”

Grief–stricken, Caroline looked at Paige. “Shouldn’t you let Alex know about this?”

“No!” Paige refused firmly. I’m begging you, Carol. Don’t tell him!”

“He’ll learn about your abortion sooner or later.” Caroline didn’t stop trying to persuade Paige. “Your misunderstanding with Alex will get worse if you keep it a secret from him and if he learns about it in the future.”

“Yes, I want that to happen!” Paige lost her mind and yelled, “What right do I have to be with him now? I’m infected with AIDS! I have AIDS! I’m afraid of disappointing and watching him get it with me!”

Caroline felt sorry for Paige and asked, “Are you going to suffer through this alone?”

reaping what I’ve sown.” Crying, Paige smiled helplessly. “I’m begging you, okay? It’s the first time I’m begging you, Carol… Just grant my wish, please…”

you ever thought of the possibility that Alex might be willing to accept you?” Caroline

because I can’t persuade myself, and I really love

more vigorously.

Caroline at the sight of Paige’s despair and grief. She tried to ask herself if she would choose to be

answer without

would try all

would never drag him into the abyss with her even if she were to suffer alone in the darkness.

But you must promise me not to give up on yourself, and you must get treatment.”

she would help Paige find the cause of the latter’s infection–she

“Okay.”

the latter hadn’t come back for a long time.

couldn’t reach her after a few calls. Hence, his anxiety

while, Caroline picked

questioned, “Is Paige with