Chapter 37 Secrets In The Shadows

The faint hum of the house surrounded Emily as she stood by the kitchen window, her phone pressed to her ear. Her breath came in shallow bursts as she listened to the person on the other end. The conversation was brief but loaded with meaning, and she nodded quietly, her mind racing with every word. “Yes, I’ll meet you soon,” she said softly, her voice steady but betraying the unease she felt deep inside. Her heart pounded in her chest. She had no idea who the person was, but their words had been too compelling to ignore. The man had promised information—dangerous information about Chris. She needed it. She couldn’t wait any longer.