Sophia’s mind raced with the growing urgency of the situation. After Andrew’s revelation, the scope of the danger became painfully clear. The killer was not just a threat to the town at large, but to Luna and Carla specifically—both had managed to escape the clutches of death once, but Sophia feared they might not be so lucky a second time. She dialed Andrew’s number quickly. “Get some security around Luna and Carla. They’re the only ones who managed to escape. I have a feeling the killer is coming after them next.” There was a brief pause on the line, and then Andrew’s response came, steady and clear. “Understood. I’ll arrange protection immediately. They won’t be alone.” Sophia hung up the phone, her mind immediately turning to Luna. She needed to warn her. Her fingers trembled slight

