CHAPTER 42: Shattered illusions 

NARAH’S POV

The cold, clammy hand that covered my mouth was surprisingly gentle, but it sent a shiver down my spine. I struggled slightly, my breath muffled against the invading palm as my heart raced with fear. Suddenly, I heard Gina's footsteps retreating.

“It's nothing. I guess I was just being paranoid,” she said.

The hand withdrew. Slowly, I spun around and the shadows revealed a face I recognized— Chris. His expression was a mixture of urgency and concern. “Shh, Narah. It’s me,” he whispered, his voice barely audible.

My initial panic subsided into confusion and a glimmer of relief. “Chris? What are you doing here?” I said in a hushed tone.

Once again, Gina's wet moans began. The colliding of her body with the man's began almost immediately.

Chris glanced around nervously before answering. “I knew you were investigating Gina. You'll be in danger if you keep doing that.”

My mind raced with questions. How did he know I was onto Gina? I gulped down hard on nothing.

“But I—”

“We ne