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Chapter 33: Threads of Deception
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2024-12-09 00:10:24Pamela’s Point of View
The morning light streamed through the tall villa windows as I descended the stairs, my mind still tangled with the events of the previous night. I hadn’t slept much; Rowan’s cryptic words replayed over and over. “You might not like what you find.”
The kitchen was already alive with the scent of freshly brewed coffee. Rowan was seated at the table, dressed in a crisp white shirt, his sleeves rolled up as he scrolled through his phone. He glanced up when he heard my footsteps, his expression guarded.
“Good morning,” he said, setting his phone aside.
“Morning,” I replied, moving to pour myself a cup of coff
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