Chapter 0331

Chapter 0331

As the bus pulled into the station near midnight, Valerie stepped off, feeling a hollow ache in her stomach. When she stormed out of the hotel, she hadn’t known where to gd Home wasn’t an option–not in the state she was in. A hotel felt too risky; she couldn’t predict how far Marcus might go to find her or what else he might do. Standing amidst the bustle of travelers, a familiar silhouette emerged from the crowd–a strikingly beautiful woman, older now but unmistakable.

“Angela?” the woman called hesitantly.

“My dear Aurora!”

“Angela Palmer! My long–lost friend!”

They embraced tightly, tears flowing freely. It had been twenty years, and seeing each other again after all this time was overwhelming. Aurora had never forgotten her friend, who had seemingly vanished into thin air. Despite all their efforts to find her, she had disappeared. Eventually, Mr. Lawson, who worked for Marcus, had advised them

move on, saying she was likely safe and elsewhere Though it broke Aurora’s heart, she had accepted it.

“Time hasn’t touched you, Angie. Look at you–you’re just as radiant as ever,” Aurora said warmly.

“And you, Aurora, you’ve aged so gracefully.”

“Oh, please! But you still look like the young woman who walked into the bar asking for work. Do you remember?”

“Of course I do. I’ll never forget. Those days in Galea were some of the best of my youth. I always felt like I never should’ve left. Maybe if things had been different, I would’ve married Peter, and we’d have built a beautiful life together.”

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guring out your freedom. Mistakes were bound to happen,” Aurora said gently as they walked

relief.

asked once they reached the

to go to Peter’s house. Can we?”

it was when you left, but I don’t

about that. We’ll figure something out once we get there.”

you called earlier. Since he doesn’t know you, he was ready to follow me, but

by chance. They married, and after struggling to conceive, she underwent treatment and was blessed with triplets. Though her husband had nearly

reached Peter’s house, Valerie felt a wave of nostalgia wash over her as she gazed at the familiar garden. Tossing her bag over the gate, she turned to Aurora with a determined

getting in–we’re climbing the

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not teenagers anymore?” Aurora sald, half–laughing,

on!” Valerie urged.

the caretaker of the property

grant you access,” he said politely.

obvious–Marcus had pulled strings to ensure her safety. The thought sent a chill through Valerie. If Marcus knew where she was, what was stopping him from coming here?

arriving tonight. He simply requested we hand you

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