Chapter One Hundred And Sixteen Hours turned into a blur for Selena as she continued to stand vigil by Elijah's side. The news of his improvement brought a glimmer of hope, but her heart remained heavy with worry. It was in the midst of this emotional roller coaster that a nurse entered her room with an expression of surprise."Ma'am, the hospital administration just informed me that the President will be visiting you and your husband today," the nurse said, her voice tinged with awe.Selena's eyes widened in disbelief. The President? She could hardly comprehend the magnitude of such a visit. Why would the President take the time to visit them? She exchanged a bewildered look with the nurse, her thoughts racing.As the minutes ticked by, anticipation and anxiety knotted within Selena's stomach. Her shock only deepened when she caught glimpses of the heightened security presence throughout the hospital. Uniformed agents and security personnel moved with an air of vigilance that was im
Chapter One Hundred And Seventeen Selena's eyes bore into Elijah's, a mixture of hurt and frustration evident in her gaze. "Tell me the truth, Elijah. Who are you really? I deserve to know the reality of the man I married."Elijah's gaze wavered for a moment, his hesitation palpable. He opened his mouth to speak, but the weight of his secret pressed down on him, his words catching in his throat.Selena's patience was wearing thin, her voice tinged with a mixture of desperation and determination. "You can't keep avoiding this, Elijah. We've faced life and death together. I can handle the truth."Elijah's gaze dropped to the hospital sheets, his fingers fidgeting nervously. "Selena, there are things I haven't told you, things I've kept hidden."Selena's voice grew softer, the raw emotion in her eyes unwavering. "I know, Elijah. And I understand that you've done what you thought was best to protect me. But keeping secrets from me isn't the way to protect our marriage."Elijah's throat t
Chapter One Hundred And Eighteen Stella stood there, her body trembling like a leaf caught in a storm. She had rehearsed the words in her mind countless times, but now, as she faced Henry, her heart raced like a wild stallion. The weight of her secret had become unbearable, and she knew that she could no longer bear the burden of lies. She swallowed hard, her throat dry and constricted, and finally found the courage to speak."Henry," she stammered, her voice barely above a whisper, "I can't do it anymore. I can't lie for you."Henry's eyes bore into hers, his brows furrowing as if he couldn't believe what he was hearing. "What are you talking about, Stella?" he spat, his tone laced with disbelief and anger.Tears welled up in Stella's eyes, but she blinked them away, determined to stand her ground. "I've been lying to the police, to everyone," she said, her voice gaining strength. "I've been covering up for you, but I'm terrified. I'm scared that I'll end up in prison because of this
Chapter One Hundred And Nineteen Stella sat in the dimly lit room, her heart racing as the harsh fluorescent light flickered overhead. Detective Lawson's stern gaze bore into her, his eyes cold and calculating. The cold metal chair beneath her felt unforgiving against her trembling legs, a stark contrast to the warmth that once radiated between her and Henry."Stella, we need answers," Detective Lawson's voice was as relentless as his gaze. "Henry has been missing for days. We know he was last seen with you. Where is he?"Stella's hands clenched in her lap, her knuckles turning white. She fought back tears, her mind a swirling mix of confusion and desperation. She had no idea where Henry was, no matter how many times they asked."I don't know, I swear," her voice quivered as she met Lawson's unrelenting stare.Detective Martinez, a tall and imposing figure, leaned in closer. "Stella, we've found his car abandoned. Blood was found inside. Are you telling us you know nothing about this
Chapter One Hundred And TwentyHenry's heart raced as he fumbled for his phone in the cramped bathroom. He dialed his mother's number with trembling fingers, his eyes darting around the stark white tiles that seemed to close in on him. The soft ringtone echoed, each sound accentuating his desperation."Hello?" His mother's voice crackled through the phone's speaker, carrying a hint of worry."Mom," Henry's voice quivered, "I'm in trouble. I don't know what to do." He cast a quick glance toward the bathroom door, half-expecting it to burst open at any moment.Calmly, his mother's voice responded, "Henry, take a deep breath. Tell me what's happening."Henry's words tumbled out, jumbled and anxious. He recounted the events leading up to this moment – the ill-conceived plan, the kidnapping, the threats. He could feel his palms growing clammy as he talked, his voice hitching with raw fear.His mother's soothing words came through, a lifeline in the midst of chaos. "Listen to me carefully, H
Chapter One Hundred And Twenty OneHenry's heart raced as he walked briskly away from the hospital, the nurse's uniform clinging to his body like a second skin. The city lights danced in the distance, a faint glimmer of freedom that felt both exhilarating and fragile.As he turned a corner, he came face to face with a soldier stationed near one of the hospital's entrances. The soldier's gaze bore into Henry, his eyes sharp and scrutinising. Henry's heart clenched in his chest as he tried to steady his breathing and control his nerves."Hey, you there!" The soldier's voice cut through the night air, his tone authoritative.Henry's throat constricted as he tried to respond, his voice quivering as he stammered, "I-I d-don't kn-know..."The soldier's brow furrowed, his gaze narrowing. "Did you see anyone suspicious around here?"Henry's heart pounded in his chest, his palms growing clammy. He stammered again, "N-n-no, I-I d-didn't see..."The soldier regarded him for a moment, then nodded
Chapter One Hundred And Twenty Two Elijah's heart raced as he listened to the crackling voice on the other end of the line. The police officer's words hung heavy in the air, each one striking him like a cold gust of wind on a winter's day. Henry, the prime suspect, the man responsible for the nightmares that had consumed his life, was missing."I'm sorry to inform you, Elijah," the officer's voice was low and somber, "we've searched everywhere, but Henry is nowhere to be found. Not in the hospital, not anywhere we've looked."Elijah's grip tightened on the phone, his knuckles turning white as his mind raced. He couldn't believe it. After everything that had happened, after the agony his wife Selena had endured, after the sleepless nights and endless tears, Henry had slipped through their grasp."How is that possible?" Elijah's voice trembled, anger mixing with the fear that churned in his gut. "You had him in custody, you said he was injured. How could he just disappear?""We had off
Chapter One Hundred And Twenty Three Selena's eyes were filled with curiosity and a hint of suspicion as she sat by Elijah's bedside, her gaze fixed on him. "Elijah," she began, her voice soft yet probing, "there's something I've been wondering about."Elijah met her gaze, his heart skipping a beat. He knew exactly what she was referring to – the visits from the President, the air of importance that had surrounded them. He had hoped she wouldn't ask, that he could shield her from the truth. But he also knew that Selena was perceptive, that she wouldn't let her questions go unanswered."What is it?" he asked, feigning innocence, though his mind raced with thoughts of how to respond.Selena hesitated for a moment before continuing, her fingers twisting in her lap. "I've been thinking… the President visiting you twice, in person, it's not something that happens every day. It's almost as if you're someone very important."Elijah's heart tightened in his chest. He could see the curiosity