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Chapter 42

Author: ONYINYE
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**Confronting the Ghosts**

The following day dawned with an air of tension so thick it was palpable. Isabelle woke early, unable to find rest in the few hours of sleep she’d managed. Andrew was already downstairs, reviewing plans with Ethan, his determination radiating through the room.

Margaret had been discharged from the hospital with strict instructions to rest, but she was far from inactive. She took it upon herself to secure the house, ensuring that Isabelle and Andrew had nothing to worry about as they set out to confront Victor Langston.

The drive to the remote estate was long and silent, each mile bringing them closer to the heart of the danger. The landscape outside was desolate, the kind of emptiness that magnified every doubt and fear.

Isabelle sat in the passenger seat, her hands clasped tightly in her lap. “Do you think he’ll listen to reason?” she asked softly, breaking the silence.

Andrew’s grip on the wheel tightened. “People like Victor don’t respond to reason. He’s
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