The First Truth
The Carter mansion had become a fortress.
Armed guards stood at every entrance.
Security cameras monitored every hallway.
After the k********g attempt...
Ethan wasn't taking any chances.
Maya sat quietly in the living room, lost in thought.
The mysterious note.
The old photograph.
The fire.
None of it made sense.
Ethan walked in carrying two cups of coffee.
He sat beside her.
"You've been quiet."
She sighed.
"I feel like my past is trying to find me."
He gently took her hand.
"Whatever you discover..."
"You won't face it alone."
She looked into his eyes.
"You promise?"
"I promise."
He leaned forward and kissed her softly.
Not out of passion...
But reassurance.
A promise without words.
Maya smiled through her tears.
Later that afternoon...
Ryan ar
