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Chapter 18

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Georgina continued her ascent up the grand staircase, clutching the keys close to her chest with both hands.

She knew, within her, that she couldn't simply return the keys to Marcelo without first seeking the answers she desperately sought. As she approached the imposing bedroom door, she cast furtive glances both behind and ahead of her, ensuring that no prying eyes observed her actions.

Carefully, she reached into the depths of her palm, her fingers gingerly releasing the key from their grasp into a hardly noticeable spot—a flower vase adorning the hallway, not far from the entrance of their bedroom door. The key nestled amidst the blooms.

Summoning her courage, Georgina turned the doorknob and gently pushed the door open, anticipating Marcelo's slumber or a moment of respite. However, what greeted her was an unexpected sight. Marcelo stood near the bedroom window, his gaze fixed upon the outside world. The tendrils of smoke from a large cigar curled around him as he drew and exha
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    She took a deep breath to steady herself. She had another glance at the door lock and looked at the keys on the bunch. She found a key that matched the door lock. She put it in and it unlocked with just a turn. Georgina's heart raced as she stepped into Marcelo's study, her fingers still clutching the keys that had granted her entry. The sudden illumination of the room, as the lights flickered on, it sent a shiver down her spine. Instinctively, she swiftly locked the door behind her, ensuring that she would remain undisturbed in her quest for answers.As her eyes scanned the room, Georgina was drawn to the frames on the walls behind Marcelo’s desk. They were a curated collection of frames of himself and other artworks. They were visual testament for his self obsession and his appreciation for artworks.She also took in the sight of Marcelo's meticulously arranged desks and the multitude of locks adorning the desks beside them. The space seemed far more compact than she had anticipate

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