The data copied from Chloe's tablet exposed an entire corporate intelligence network.
At Julian's company, an internal investigation found two other employees who had fed Chloe information. The company overhauled its security protocol, and the board publicly praised Julian.
Chloe remained in the justice system.
At home, the officers packed up their equipment. The house grew quiet again.
One night, I stood in Lily's doorway and watched her sleep. On the dresser, the new baby monitor glowed green.
I watched the green light for a while. The only sound was Lily breathing.
On the morning of our third anniversary, I came downstairs to the smell of fresh coffee. Julian stood by the kitchen island, and a thick manila envelope waited in the center of the table.
"Happy Anniversary," Julian sa
