Chapter 27: The Betrayal Within
I stood frozen, the sound of shattering glass still echoing in my ears. Reid’s scream pierced through my panic, snapping me back to the moment. My heart raced as I spun toward him, my instincts on full alert.
“Reid!” I called, rushing to his side. He was crouched behind the couch, clutching his stuffed bear like it was a lifeline. His eyes were wide, brimming with tears, but he was unharmed.
“It’s okay, baby. I’ve got you,” I whispered, pulling him into my arms.
But it wasn’t okay.
The shadows outside the window shifted, and I knew someone was out there. Alex’s warnings played on repeat in my mind. *They’ll make their move when you least expect it.*
Well, here it was—unexpected and terrifying.
“Precious!” I called out, my voice shaking.
