Richard’s POVSitting across from Isabelle in the dimly lit living room, her words lingered in the air like smoke. I don’t want to lose you too.I didn’t know how to respond. It felt like she was pouring her heart out, but the timing was strange—too convenient, too calculated. I tried to brush it off. “You’re not losing anyone, Isabelle,” I said, my tone careful. “You’ve been through a lot, I get it. But Sarah and I are here for you.” Her eyes glistened as she smiled, that same sweet, innocent smile that had started to make my stomach churn. “Thank you, Richard. That means more to me than you’ll ever know.” I nodded, standing awkwardly. “Well, uh… it’s late. Maybe you should get some rest.” She stayed seated, her gaze holding mine a beat too long. “Goodnight, Richard,” she said softly. I turned and left, but the unease followed me upstairs. ***The next morning, I found Isabelle already in the kitchen. She was humming to herself, flipping pancakes like we were in some sort
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