The weight of Lucien’s words lingered, heavy and suffocating in the silence of the house. Emma’s mind raced, a whirlwind of thoughts and emotions crashing together in an overwhelming storm. Her father’s control over her life, the haunting presence of Lucien, and the ever-present fear of what would happen next—everything felt like it was coming to a head.“Emma,” Ethan’s voice broke through her spiral, low and steady. “We need to talk.”Emma didn’t look at him immediately. Her eyes remained fixed on the space ahead, her thoughts distant. She wasn’t sure if she was ready to talk. She didn’t know if she even had the strength to voice her fears aloud.But Ethan wouldn’t leave her in silence for long. He moved closer, kneeling down beside her, his fingers brushing against hers, grounding her. “You’re not alone in this,” he said softly, his voice full of sincerity. “Whatever comes next, we’ll face it together.”She finally met his gaze, her eyes clouded with uncertainty. “But what if I can’
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