26~ Unraveling Secrets

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The days passed in a blur. Hours turned to minutes. It felt like the world had suddenly turned super fast, with everyday passing in just a blink of an eye.

One week successfully passed, and Jessica was surprised to see Vanessa not making any sign of leaving. I believe she didn't want to say anything about it, maybe she thought if she did say, she'd only be reminding her to leave.

I, on the other hand, tried to push every negative thought aside, focusing on the main purpose—work, training and keeping Jessica safe. Every time Jessica asked what was wrong, even as she noticed how disturbed I was in my sleep. I brushed it off, telling her it was nothing.

How could I tell her the truth? That someone out there was watching, waiting, plotting to make me suffer?

It was late one evening when the knock came. "Come in." I permitted.

Reed walked in. "Sir, detective Harris from the police station has come to see you."

I exchanged glances with Vanessa. "Did you ask the detective to come?" S