113. Henry Is Dead

Chapter One Hundred And Thirteen

Henry lay on the sterile hospital bed, his eyes fixed on the flickering screen of the television mounted on the wall across from him. The low hum of machines and the distant chatter of nurses were lost in the cacophony of his racing thoughts. The news anchor's voice resonated through the room, delivering the breaking news that sent shockwaves through his already fragile state of mind.

"Breaking news just in: Selena, wife of local businessman Elijah, has been rescued from the clutches of her kidnappers. Authorities are commending the swift action of the police in securing her safe return."

The words hung in the air, sinking into Henry's chest like lead. His heart hammered against his ribcage, a visceral reminder of the secret he had desperately tried to bury. As the news footage played, showing a disheveled Selena being led to safety, Henry's hands began to tremble involuntarily. He clenched his fists, hoping to still the violent quivering that seemed
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