Chapter 77

A few days later, Samantha is contacted by the officer again. He tells her that they've made progress in the investigation, and that they think they know who's behind the calls and texts. Samantha asks who it is, and the officer tells her that it's someone she knows. Samantha is in disbelief, and she asks the officer who it is. He says that he can't reveal that information yet, but that he'll keep her updated. Samantha hangs up the phone, feeling more confused and scared than ever.

The next day, Samantha gets a call from the officer again. He tells her that he needs to come to her house, and she agrees. When he arrives, he tells her that he has some bad news. He says that the person behind the calls and texts is her neighbor, Mark. Samantha is shocked, and she tells the officer that she can't believe it. Mark has always been so friendly and helpful, and she never would have suspected him. The officer tells her that it's common for stalkers to be people who know their victims.

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