Love Unspoken

Caught in the throes of a life-and-death crisis, Valerie found herself trapped between the instinct for self-preservation and the desperate need to save her children.

A rare clarity washed over her, illuminating the harsh reality of her situation.

She could escape now, save herself, but her children would be left to perish. If she didn't make it out, they would all die, leaving no one to avenge them.

She could be ruthless, she could choose survival, but the thought of watching her children burn alive required a heart of steel and a strength she wasn't sure she possessed. Valerie drew in a deep breath, the thick smoke filling her lungs and triggering a violent cough.

out in agony, their pleas tugging at her heartstrings. Her hand on the blistering door frame sizzled, but she felt nothing. "Mommy...""Do you not want us anymore...?"Their voices grew fainter, barely audible over the roar of the flames. Valerie was torn

just one step away from safety, but if she turned back, she might never make it out. In her despair, she glanced down and, almost comically, noticed two keys lying on the ground by the

back into the inferno. Meanwhile, Wayne had already gone to handle the paperwork, transferring the shares to his name. The mountain blazed brightly, and the people below could vaguely see the billowing smoke

in their tracks, craning their necks to catch a glimpse of the spectacle. Some took pictures with their phones, while others called to report the

was now treating her to lunch. Despite a slight ache in her knee, Quinn hadn't walked too

with her, a rarity since their wedding. His presence, his attention, felt like the grandest of gifts. That afternoon, he had taken Quinn shopping for clothes. Though he bought a lot, none were to

spring, carrying the bursting bags until dusk when they finally got into the car."Did you enjoy today?" Alexander asked, turning to her.Quinn could only nod, a gesture that under normal circumstances would indicate happiness, but she wasn't happy. His behavior was too out of character.Alexander reached out, gently