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Chapter 18

Author: ONYINYE
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**Shadows of Betrayal**

The atmosphere in Isabelle’s home felt heavier than ever, as though the walls themselves bore witness to the tension simmering beneath the surface. She paced the living room, her mind replaying the events of the last few days. She had agreed to Michael’s plan to leave, but as the hours passed, the doubts grew louder in her head. Could she really abandon everything she’d built, even if it was a façade? Could she truly trust Michael?

As she prepared dinner, Isabelle’s phone buzzed. She picked it up, her heart racing when she saw Andrew’s name. He rarely called, especially from work. Hesitantly, she answered.

“Isabelle,” Andrew’s voice was calm but carried an edge of urgency, “Jessica called me earlier. She mentioned you’ve been acting... different. Is there something you want to tell me?”

Isabelle’s grip on the phone tightened. Jessica had been meddling again, and now Andrew was suspicious. She scrambled for a response. “I’ve just been stressed with everything go
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