Reborn In a Murderer’s Embrace

Chapter 356



After a brisk fifteen-minute run, I finally made it back home.

The butler, hard of hearing, was fussing over the garden, giving the deserted yard a somewhat forlorn appearance.

The wind picked up, hinting at an impending downpour.

I dashed into the living room in search of Colin but came up empty.

Bedroom, bathroom, guest room - he was nowhere to be seen.

I raced back out to ask the butler, who couldn't hear or speak, where Colin might be.

Without the knowledge of sign language, I was at a loss for words.

The butler, sensing my panic, gestured towards the backyard.

Taking a deep breath, I headed there, only to find it just as empty.

I thought maybe he'd be in the basement, our little secret hideout, but it was vacant.

As I turned to leave, I spotted Colin in a corner. He was curled up next to a doghouse, holding Coly, whispering, "Coly, she doesn't want me anymore."

I approached him slowly. "Isn't that dirty?"

Colin didn't look up, just kept holding Coly, choking up. "You don't want me anymore."

speak but

tired, Colin,"

up with guilt in

all too good

"Why are you sorry?"

you up, shouldn't have...

He spoke softly.

me, hurt me, and tied

He looked down, nodding.

didn't say anything, unsure how much truth or lie was in

afraid of losing you." He stood up,

me away faster," I whispered tiredly, heading towards

see who went to see that guy who jumped off

rest, I'll look for it

I paused, agreeing silently.

need to sort out." I hoped he wouldn't keep any more

Colin remained silent.

I turned to leave.

something they need to protect.

up as I looked back at him. "What you're protecting is more important than

clenched his fists. "Phoebe, what

away, unwilling

of his excuses. Back in

room

the bed

closed my eyes.

"Phoebe is the culprit."