Chapter 34 : The Night of Blood and Secrets
Rain poured heavily over the city, turning the streets into rivers of shadow. Inside her small apartment, Elena stood by the window, staring into the darkness. Adrian’s words from earlier echoed in her mind. “If anyone wants to hurt you… they’ll have to go through me first.” Her heart tightened. For the first time since losing everything, she didn’t feel completely alone. But something inside her still felt wrong. Too quiet. Too still. As if the night itself was holding its breath. Suddenly— Knock. Knock. Knock. Elena frowned. No one was supposed to visit her this late. “Who is it?” she called cautiously. No answer. Another knock. Slower this time. Her instincts screamed at her to stay away from the door. But curiosity pushed her forward. She stepped closer and slowly rea
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