Chapter 29 Two weeks later , at No.6 , Rock Road , Garden Street … The doorbell kept ringing non stop . Brielle thought it was Camden . As Brielle opened the door , Brielle was about to mock Camden for being untrustworthy . To Brielles surprise , it was Paul standing there with two large bags of gifts . Paul was embarrassed . Brielle ! Im sorry . I didnt mean to disturb you . I know you dont want to see me either . These are all medicinal herbs for nourishing the body . And there are painting boards and paints . Ill just leave them here and go ! Paul had no intention of leaving even though he said that . Paul stared at Brielle with a pair of wet and shiny big eyes . Do you still have anything to say ? Brielle felt uncomfortable being looked at . Paul nodded and said , Brielle , can you slap me ? Paul held Brielles hand tightly and said , Im not afraid . I wont hide even if you slap harder . Speaking without fear , the fingers of Paul holding Brielles hand in the palm were trembling slightly . Paul was spoiled and naive , just like a flower in a greenhouse . It seemed like everything was right or wrong . Paul was so silly that he would like someone to slap him . Brielle withdrew her hand . You did those things for the sake of me , your sister . I understand , and I wont hit you . I dont want to be an abuser , and this one slap means nothing . I know , I did a lot of things that hurt you before . I know I was wrong , Im sorry . Paul bowed deeply , looking as pitiful as a wet stray dog . ́Brielle made a long sigh . Brielle didnt know what to do but signed .. Paul took advantage of the situation . 1/4 Paul entered the room , and then he brought Brielle to the mental hospital . Shirley was there . At Benevolence Mental Hospital … Brielle , not long after you left , Shirley was sent to Pine Prison by Camden. But later on , Shirley not only self harmed , but also injured others several times . That was why Camden sent her here . Paul observed the expression on Brielles face and spoke cautiously . Well , so what was your purpose in bringing me here to see Shirley ? Brielle was puzzled . I just wanted to let you know that the bad people were punished , so dont trouble yourself . Brielle was taken aback . Why do you all think that I havent moved on , and have been struggling with myself ? Brielle was extremely confused . Paul kept waving his hand and said , I didnt mean that ! Brielle , please dont misunderstand . I … Paul couldnt come up with any words . Brielle smiled faintly and said , Its okay , I will go and see where Shirley is . Paul nodded quickly with a blushed face and a thick neck . Brielle saw Shirley bound to a chair through the transparent glass window . Number 5218 has extremely unstable emotions and she is easily prone to hurting others . We have no choice but to handle the situation this way , the accompanying nurse explained . Shirley was named by a string of cold numbers . It was a similar experience with Brielle . Most of the injuries on her body were self inflicted . Some were caused by us when we tried to feed her medicine or give her injections as punishment . She was not cooperative . Lynch and Mr. Hoover both said that bumps and bruises were inevitable as long as she stayed alive . The nurse felt a little guilty as Brielle stared at the scars on Shirleys arm for a long time . Brielle nodded in agreement . Brielle decided to respect others fate and let go of the desire to help . 2/4 Brielle didnt want to get involved in other peoples cause and effect . Brielle , I just hope that after knowing all this , you can have a good nights sleep , and no one will ever hurt you again . Paul held Brielles hand . Paul was careful . Paul cared about the faint dark circles under Brielles eyes . Paul cared about the sleeping pills Brielle placed on the coffee table . Pauls and Brielles palms intertwined . It was warm. Pauls and Brielles hearts were beating so fast . Paul and Brielle seemed to breathe at the same time . Brielle , we had the closest blood relationship . I loved you , even though it was many years late . I still love you . Brielle remained silent . Paul , you didnt need to … Paul interrupted anxiously , Of course it is necessary . You are my sister , my only sister . If our parents are gone , you will be my only relative in this world . I will share my wealth and status with you … Paul shed tears and said , Brielle , please believe that love is stronger than hatred . Perhaps only Paul would say such words . Brielle was not disappointed anymore . Shirley burst into tears when Brielle turned around and left . Nobody cared anymore . Everyone thinks she is an ugly and dumb girl, only her husband and herself know the truth. When will be the day that the shocking truth is revealed? Anyways, he will protect her for always.