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Chapter 5 - The Surveillance SecretDetective Ruiz didn't waste another second. “Units are already en route to your lakehouse, Mr. Vance. And you are coming with us.”

CLICK-CLACK.

The handcuffs snapped around Mark’s wrists in full view of the medical staff.

While the police processed Mark, I stayed by Lily’s side as the medical team administered a mild detox fluid to clear the remaining sedatives from her system. By morning, her eyes looked brighter, the terrifying fog finally lifting from her beautiful face.

“Mommy,” Lily whispered, tears streaming down her cheeks as she reached for my hand. “I’m sorry I said it was you. She told me if I didn't say your name, the bad dreams would never stop.”

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