Chapter 4: The Man From Claireâs Past

Daniel returned home with the photograph.
Claire knew immediately.
The secret was exposed.
âYou lied to me,â Daniel said.
Claire began crying.
âI wanted a new life.â
âA new life built on lies?â
She looked broken.
âMy first husband wasnât a good man.â
Daniel remained silent.
âHe hurt me. He threatened me. When I escaped, I changed my identity.â
âAnd Ryan?â
âHe was his brother.â
Daniel stepped back.
âThe man under my couch was protecting you?â
Claire nodded.
âYour daughter found him because he was checking the house.â
Daniel looked toward Emmaâs room.
âChecking for what?â
Before Claire could answerâ
The lights went out.
A loud sound came from downstairs.
Someone had entered the house.
Daniel immediately grabbed Emma.
Then he saw a shadow moving near the hallway.
A familiar voice whispered:
âClaireâŠâ
May you like
She turned white.
Because she knew that voice.