Chapter 50 Keith’s POV It had been two months, two long months, since the truth came out, and I still couldn’t shake the guilt gnawing at me. Seth had sent the video–the proof of Emily’s innocence–out to everyone, and it felt like the weight of the world had come crashing down on us all. Everyone … Read more
Chapter 49 Emily’s POV It’s been two months since the fire. Two long months since my home, the place Zane and I had built so many memories, was reduced to ashes. Sometimes, when I wake up in the middle of the night, I can still smell the smoke, feel the oppressive heat of the flames … Read more
Chapter 48 Unknown’s POV I slammed my phone down in frustration, pacing the room, my hands. shaking with a rage that felt all too familiar now. I had tried calling that bastard, R, but the line went dead again. Ever since he burned down Emily’s house, I hadn’t been able to reach him. He’d gone … Read more
Chapter 47 Keith’s POV I slumped down on the couch, pressing the ice pack against the side of my face where Frank had landed a solid punch. My jaw throbbed, and a mix of anger and shame burned through me. I couldn’t believe I had lost control like that, but something about Frank just didn’t … Read more
Chapter 46 Emily’s POV I returned to my new home, the place that was supposed to offer me a fresh start, a clean break from the past. The furniture had just been delivered, and I was ready to settle in, but as I pulled up to the driveway, I spotted an all–too–familiar figure sitting on … Read more
Chapter 45 Emily’s POV Nina and I strolled through the furniture store, my mind heavy with fear and worry. We were picking out new pieces for my new house, but the task felt more overwhelming than it should have. Every few steps, my thoughts drifted back to the fire and the fact that someone had … Read more
Chapter 44 Emily’s POV The shock hit me like a wave. For a moment, I couldn’t even process Purple’s words. My house… burned down? Panic surged through me as my mind raced back to that morning, trying to remember if I had left the stove on or if there was any other potential hazard. Was … Read more
Chapter 43 Emily’s POV The morning sunlight filtered through the curtains, casting a soft glow over the room as I slowly woke up. I stretched, feeling the weight of the previous night’s events still lingering in the back of my mind. After washing up, I headed to the kitchen to prepare breakfast. The scent of … Read more
Chapter 42 Keith’s POV Lily came up to me, her expression distracted. She leaned in, lightly touching my arm. “Keith, I need to step away for a bit. There are a few important people I need to speak with.” I nodded, though my mind was far from the evening’s events. “Sure, take your time.” She … Read more
Chapter 41 Emily’s POV The fatigue was beginning to weigh on me. Weeks of preparation for the banquet had finally culminated in this one night, and though everything seemed to be going smoothly, I couldn’t help but feel the exhaustion settle in. I had debated whether I should attend at all. Part of me wanted … Read more