C16 Torn by guilt

Louise’s hands clenched into fists, her knuckles turning white. Her throat tightened, a wave of nausea rising in her chest and unshed tears stung her eyes as she watched Monique's world crumble around her. Guilt gnawed at her, a relentless beast unleashed by her own actions.

A lump formed in Louise's throat, her heart echoing the raw pain radiating from Monique