The meeting with Daniel had left Emma in turmoil. His plea for her safety, the mysterious threats, and the revelation of the shady deal all swirled in her mind. As she walked back to the apartment, she couldn't help but think of Lily and how her daughter’s safety was paramount. Daniel’s urgency had been palpable, and it made Emma realize just how precarious her situation had become.
As she approached the building, the scene outside stopped her in her tracks. In the dim light, she saw Michael and Jessica in an intimate embrace, their bodies close and foreheads touching. Jessica was crying, her tears glistening under the streetlights, and Michael’s hands gently caressed her face.
“Jessica, I can’t keep doing this,” Michael murmured, his voice low and filled with emotion. “We have to stop m
