CHAPTER 63

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The days passed in a mixture of anxiety and quiet moments of hope. George remained steadfast by my side, always attentive to my needs, but the uncertainty of what lay ahead weighed heavily on both of us. Every time I thought about the future, the looming presence of Simon and Lucas cast a shadow over my thoughts.

One evening, as George and I sat together on the porch, watching the sun dip below the horizon, I voiced the concern that had been gnawing at me for days.

"George," I began hesitantly, "what if they come back? What if Simon or Lucas finds out about the baby? What will we do then?"

George turned to me, his expression serious yet calm. "Ashley, we’ve talked about this. I’ll do everything in my power to protect you and our child. They won’t find out if we’re careful. And even if they do, I won’t let them hurt you."

"But how can you be so sure?" I asked, my voice trembling with fear. "They’re powerful, and they have their ways of finding out things. You, of al