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Chapter 75

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MIA’S POV

I’m sitting in my office, getting some work done. I try to distract myself with as much work as possible. My hands tremble slightly as I sort through the files, but I force myself to focus. My mind won’t stop racing. Every little noise outside the door or creak of the building feels like a threat. Someone is watching me—I can feel it in my gut. Everything that has been happening lately makes me on edge all the time. It feels like someone can jump out and grab me any minute. It’s scary, really. The thought of it alone makes my chest tighten.

My daughter, Wendy. My heart clenches as I think of her. If someone is targeting me, what if they go after her? I’ve done everything I can to protect her, but the feeling that it might not be enough keeps disturbing me.

I’m so lost in my thoughts that I barely notice the door to my office opening. Gina steps into my office with a smile.

“Hello Ms Mia” she says “I’ve been knocking”

I sigh “I’m sorry, Gina. I didn’t hear you. Is there an is
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