Lucas is accused

One evening, as they sat in the living room, Renee brought up the idea of a weekend getaway. “It would be so nice for all of us to spend some quality time together,” she suggested, her eyes glinting with hidden malice.

Norah exchanged a glance with Lucas, both of them understanding the underlying threat. “That sounds lovely, Renee,” Norah replied with a warm smile. “We’ll think about it.”

As the days passed, Renee’s visits became more frequent. She tried to find moments alone with Lucas, but he always managed to keep a safe distance. Norah, too, made sure to stay close, never giving Renee the opportunity to execute her plans.

One afternoon, while Renee was helping Norah in the kitchen, she tried to probe into their relationship. “You and Lucas seem so happy together,” she said, her voice dripping with false sweetness. “But every couple has their issues, right?”

Norah smiled, not missing a beat. “Of course, we do. But we always work through them together. Communication and trust are ke