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."

to speak but

so tired, Colin,"

up with guilt in his eyes. "I'm

seemed all too good at

"Why are you sorry?"

shouldn't have locked you up, shouldn't have... hurt

He spoke softly.

who imprisoned me, hurt me, and tied me up?"

He looked down, nodding.

how much truth

losing you." He stood

me away faster," I whispered tiredly, heading towards the basement.

see that guy who jumped off the building."

my wrist. "You go rest, I'll look for it and show you what

I paused, agreeing silently.

there's so much we need to sort out." I hoped he wouldn't keep

Colin remained silent.

I turned to leave.

something they need to protect. Phoebe,

looked back at him.

fists. "Phoebe, what I'm protecting

away, unwilling

of his excuses. Back

room

the bed

my

"Phoebe is the culprit."