David sat in the sterile hospital corridor , his fingers tapping the armrest of the chair as he waited for the doctor to clean and suture Allisons wounds . His mind was a whirlwind of confusion , and despite the quiet surroundings , the noise inside his head was deafening . He didnt understand why Emma hated Allison so much . Emma had always been close to Allison ; So why was she suddenly so agitated and angry around Allison ever since she came back ? It was hard for him to imagine that the woman he had known , who had always been kind and considerate , could intentionally hurt anyone , let alone her own sister . The more David thought about it , the more a sinking feeling gnawed at him . If the problem wasnt Emma ; Was it possible that Allison had intentionally hurt herself to provoke a rift between him and Emma ? Just then the door opened and his gaze landed on Allison . Her face was pale from pain , beads of sweat clinging to her forehead , and her lips were bitten , swollen , and trembling . He instantly shook his head and felt that his thoughts were too absurd . Despite her obvious discomfort , she managed a weak smile , but the pain was undeniable in her eyes . David immediately felt a tug of sympathy for her . Im sorry , Allison , he said softly , his voice full of remorse . I believe Emma didnt mean to hurt you . Shes been under a lot of stress lately , and in a bad mood . She didnt intend for any of this to happen . I hope you can understand . Allisons expression darkened , but she quickly masked it . Deep down , she seethed with resentment , knowing that David , despite believing Emma had hurt her , didnt even blame Emma , but tried to defend her actions . She was so angry , but she didnt show it . She couldnt . Its alright , Allison replied with a strained smile , her voice soft but laced with underlying bitterness . I understand . I know Emma has been under pressure . But … it still hurts , David . She knew this injury was just the first act . The real plan was still in motion , and she had to be patient . She nodded and then frowned , inhaling softly to attract Davids attention . David , it really hurts , she whispered , wincing slightly as she drew his gaze to her wound . David immediately checked her wound and saw that the red and swollenscars on her smooth skin were so glaring and ugly . He subconsciously blamed Emma in his heart for causing Allison these scars . Having watched him closely , she noted the change in his demeanor . It was exactly what she had anticipated . The self torture strategy was beginning to work its magic .