Chapter 17 - The Heavy Front Door Slams Behind The Exiles
The heavy wooden side door clicked shut behind Daniel and Amy with a final, echoing metallic thud.
It was the sound of a prison door locking from the outside, freeing them from a lifetime of emotional captivity.
They walked across the manicured lawn toward their waiting car, breathing in the scent of pine and damp earth.
Daniel loaded the duffel bags effortlessly into the trunk, slamming it shut with a satisfying click.
He climbed into the driver's seat, turning to check on Amy and the baby in the rearview mirror.
“Everyone comfortable back there?” Daniel asked with a warm, reassuring smile.
“We're perfect, Daddy,” Amy answered softly, using the nickname she hadn't spoken in years.
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Daniel's heart swelled with profound emotion as he shifted the car into drive and stepped on the gas.
The vehicle rolled smoothly down the paved private lane, leaving the opulent estate behind in the shadows.
