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Chapter 41

Author: ONYINYE
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** A New Dawn and Hidden Shadows**

Isabelle awoke to the sound of rain pattering against the bedroom window, a soft and steady rhythm that mirrored her emotions—calm on the surface, turbulent underneath. She stretched, her growing belly making the movement a little awkward. Andrew was already up, his side of the bed cold and neatly made.

The events of the past few weeks lingered in her mind like a storm that hadn’t completely passed. Michael’s arrest had removed an immediate threat, but the aftermath of their choices weighed heavily on her. Secrets, lies, and the strain of their marriage had left wounds that would take time to heal.

She ran her hand over her stomach, feeling a small kick in response. It was a reminder of the life growing within her, a life she was determined to protect at all costs.

Isabelle found Andrew in the kitchen, pouring over papers spread across the counter. He looked up as she entered, offering a small, tired smile.

“Morning,” he said, his voice warm but ting
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