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Promises of Safety

Michael’s POV

The penthouse feels too pristine today, too quiet, as I lay out the final details of our escape to Norway. Emma's sitting across from me, her body language screaming reluctance but her voice barely above a whisper.

"We're leaving next week," I announce, trying to mask my own unease with a tone of finality. "New identities, a whole new life."

"How did you manage all that?" Her question is faint, but the fear in her eyes is loud and clear.

"I had some help... from Laura," I admit, watching her closely for her reaction.

"Laura? But she's my friend..." Emma's voice cracks, the betrayal etching deeper lines into her already strained face.

I chuckle darkly, enjoying the control. "Everyone has their price, Emma. Laura's no different. She's looking out for her own interests."

The conversation is cut short by a buzz from my phone. A message from Jessica, or so it claims, saying she knows about the poisoning and has proof. It's absurd. Jessica's supposed to be in a coma, yet here
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