As Lucy and Darren made their way back from the meadow, they couldn't help but notice the eerie silence that seemed to have settled over the house. Sharon was still nowhere to be found, and the absence of her usual energy and chatter left the house feeling empty and lifeless.But even as they noticed her absence, neither Lucy nor Darren could bring themselves to feel worried or concerned. They were both still lost in the afterglow of their day together, feeling as though nothing could bring them down.As they stepped into the house, they were greeted by the mouth-watering aroma of cooking food. Darren led Lucy into the kitchen, where he had prepared a lavish dinner for the two of them. The table was set with candles, fresh flowers, and a bottle of wine that looked like it had been carefully selected.Lucy's heart swelled with gratitude and happiness at the sight of the romantic setup. She had never experienced anything like this before, and it was clear that Darren had put a lot of th

Late in the evening, Lucy was lounging in bed, scrolling through her phone and feeling content. She had spent the entire day with Darren, playing and laughing and making love, and it had been nothing short of magical. She was so wrapped up in her own little world that she almost didn't hear the sound of Stanley's voice in her mind."Lucy, are you there? Can you hear me?"Lucy tensed up, feeling a sudden rush of anxiety. She had been avoiding Stanley since she had started dating Darren, feeling guilty and ashamed of the way she had treated him. She knew that he had always been kind and supportive towards her, but she couldn't help the way she felt. She had fallen for Darren hard, and she couldn't imagine being with anyone else.She took a deep breath, trying to block out the sound of Stanley's voice. She knew that it wasn't fair to him, but she couldn't bring herself to face him."Lucy, please answer me. I need to talk to you," Stanley's voice echoed in her mind, insistent and pleading

LUCY.I tried to stand up but I couldn't. Pain shot through my body, and my legs were numb. I had no idea what was happening to me. I tried to crawl, but I couldn't move my legs. The pain was unbearable.I screamed for help, but no one came. The room was spinning, and I felt like I was going to faint. I tried to call Darren, but my phone was out of reach. Tears streamed down my face as I lay there, helpless and alone.My mind raced as I tried to figure out what was happening to me. Was it the alcohol? Or something else entirely? I couldn't think straight, and the pain was getting worse by the minute.I tried to move again, but it was no use. I was stuck, and I had no idea how long I would be like this. Fear crept in as I realized I might be trapped here for hours, or even days.I struggled to breathe as I felt the weight of my situation crush me. How could I be so helpless? I was always strong and independent, but now I couldn't even move. I cursed myself for being so foolish, for tru

LUCY.Lucy's eyes fluttered open, but she couldn't move her body. She felt a wave of confusion wash over her as she tried to make sense of her surroundings. Where was she? And why couldn't she move?She looked around the room, trying to find something familiar, but everything was hazy. It was like she was in a dream, and she couldn't quite grasp onto reality. Her mind felt fuzzy, and she struggled to focus.She tried to speak, but her mouth felt dry, and no words came out. Panic began to rise within her, and she wondered if she was alone. Was someone watching her? Was she in danger?The more she tried to move, the more she realized how helpless she was. Her arms and legs felt heavy, like they were made of lead. It was like something was holding her down, and she couldn't break free.Her mind raced, trying to piece together what had happened. The last thing she remembered was walking home from the park. Had she been attacked? Was she kidnapped?She tried to recall if she had seen anyon

Lucy's stomach growled softly, breaking the tender moment between her and Stanley. She blushed and smiled sheepishly. "I'm sorry, Stanley," she murmured. "All this excitement has made me quite hungry. Perhaps we should have breakfast?"Stanley's eyes lit up with amusement. "Of course, my love," he replied, a smile playing at the corners of his lips. "I would be delighted to share a meal with you."They left the room hand in hand, walking down the elegant hallway towards the dining area. The air was filled with the tantalizing aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the mouthwatering scent of warm pastries. As they entered the dining room, Lucy's eyes widened at the sight before her.The table was set with exquisite silverware and fine porcelain dishes. Crisp white linens adorned the table, adding an air of elegance to the scene. The room was bathed in soft morning light, casting a warm glow over the surroundings.A variety of delectable dishes awaited them, beautifully arranged on the table