He Returns

Emily woke up to the soft light of dawn streaming through her bedroom window, feeling a sense of peace and contentment that had eluded her for years. She stretched lazily, thinking about the wonderful evening she had spent with Andrew. The children were still asleep, and the orphanage was quiet, a rare moment of tranquility.

Suddenly, the serenity was shattered by a loud, angry shout. "Where is that slut? Where is the woman who sent me to jail?"

Emily's heart stopped. She recognized the voice immediately—deep, rough, and filled with rage. It was her ex-husband, Mark. Panic surged through her as she leaped out of bed and ran to the window. There, in the front yard of the orphanage, stood Mark, his face twisted in fury.

She hurriedly pulled on a robe and rushed downstairs, her mind racing with fear. How did he find her? What did he want? As she stepped out onto the porch, she saw Mark storming towards the entrance. The children, awakened by the commotion, were gathering around, their fa