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132. Bargain

Author: Juliana AG.
last update Last Updated: 2023-02-25 23:14:16
Elysia Pov

It's been two hours but it felt like forever. I've been standing by the door. I was banging on the door, my heart racing with panic.

"Please, let me out!" I shouted at my parents, but they refused to open the door. I needed to get to the office, but they were keeping me locked in my room.

Just as I was about to give up hope, my phone rang. It was Macy, my friend and employee.

"Elysia, are you okay?" Macy's voice was filled with concern.

"No, I'm not okay," I replied, my voice shaking with emotion. "What's going on? Did something happen at the office?"

"Yes, your husband came in and searched everywhere, taking some documents and leaving," Macy said urgently. "We don't know what he took, but it's important. We need you here."

My heart sank at Macy's words. Damon had gone to the office and caused chaos, and I wasn't there to stop him. "I need to get there," I said, desperation in my voice.

"I know, Elysia, but how? Can you sneak out?"

I looked at the door, still close
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