Emily’s POV
Months Later
Time flew by quickly, and just as I had anticipated, staying in this house was challenging. Aware of the danger that lurked within, I was constantly filled with fear. I dreaded the possibility that, at any moment, they would discover the real reason for my presence here and execute me, just as they had done to Marco’s brother and mother. Every step I took was carefully planned.
I tried to keep a low profile, but that proved nearly impossible. Everyone who saw me reacted as though they had seen a ghost. I still didn’t understand why, but to be honest, I didn’t care.
Don Jason, on the other hand, made my life here a living hell. I didn’t expect anything less from him. He was the devil himself, and I couldn’t wait for his downfall.
The only bright spot in all th
