For an extensive period, Charlotte Brooks had cultivated a life characterized by serenity and calm. She had made a conscious choice to lead a quiet, seemingly uneventful existence, intentionally staying away from the tumult and disorder that frequently surrounded the lives of those around her.
Charlotte had never found herself in trouble with the law, and there was no lurking digital footprint left behind on various social media platforms. Her role as a part-time librarian suited her well, and she could often be found relishing the tranquility of the library, immersed in the world of books. Once a foster youth and a former resident of the notorious St. Enoch’s group home, she had successfully managed to carve out a life that was, at least on the surface, peaceful and devoid of drama.
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