Chapter 18

The following morning, Brian and Julie met with Julie's father and mother in the living room. Brian's posture was controlled, his eyes showing purpose, while Julie, alongside him, showed a combination of power and vulnerability. Mrs. Joy, Julie's mother, sat stiffly on the sofa, her face etched with astonishment as Brian started describing the events of the previous night.

With uncompromising precision, Brian described how they had followed Julie's abductor, penetrated the facility, and found the horrifying truth about the offenders. He detailed the moment when the masks were lifted, showing the faces of Julie's own family members, the very individuals they trusted the most. As he spoke, Mrs. Joy's eyes widened in incredulity, her lips shaking with the weight of doubt.

"I can't believe this," she muttered, her voice barely audible. "Our own family... How could they do such a thing?"

Julie, her voice firm despite the inner conflict inside her, moved forward. "Mom, I didn't want to acce
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