Chapter 16: The Unexpected Ally
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As Sophia led Aurora and Isabella to a safe house, the tension was palpable. They had narrowly escaped their pursuers, but Aurora couldn't shake off the feeling that they were being watched.
Inside the safe house, Sophia locked the doors and windows, her eyes scanning the surroundings. "We need to figure out who's after us and why," she said, her voice firm .
Isabella hesitated before speaking. "I think it's connected to Ethan's past. He was involved in some shady dealings before we met."
Aurora's mind was racing. "What kind of dealings?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.
Isabella glanced at Sophia before responding. She didn't want to tell her or she didn'twant herto know the bad thingsabouther brother and her boyfriend but she needs to know. "I'm not entirely sure, but I think it has something to do with his business partner. They had a falling out, and Ethan received threats, i mean, i think."
Just then, a loud noise echoed outside. Sophia immediately went on high alert. "Stay here," she whispered, cautiously approaching the window and peeking.
Aurora's heart was racing as Sophia peered out into the darkness. Suddenly, she froze. "We have to get out of here, now," she whispered
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