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Chapter 71: Shadows That Linger
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2025-01-05 20:26:02The next few days were a whirlwind of police interviews, statements, and sleepless nights. Rowan stayed by my side, a silent guardian, his presence both a comfort and a reminder of how close we had come to losing everything. But even with James behind bars, the unease in my chest refused to dissipate.
I stood by the window of Rowan's apartment, staring out at the city lights. It was supposed to feel like closure, like safety. Instead, it felt like the calm before a storm.
"Pamela?" Rowan's voice pulled me from my thoughts. I turned to see him standing in the doorway, his expression unreadable. "You’ve barely eaten. Joana’s worried about you. So am I."
"I’m fine," I lied, wrapping my arms around myself. "Just…processing everything."
He stepped clo
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