Chapter 14 - Mark Breaks Down Realizing He Trusted the Wrong Person
Late that evening, after Lily finally fell asleep safely in her grandparents' guest room, Mark sat alone in the dark kitchen.
The weight of the past months crashed down upon his shoulders, crushing his spirit into absolute exhaustion.
He held a framed photograph of Sarah and himself smiling on their wedding day, tears spilling over his cheeks.
“I’m so sorry I didn't see what she was doing to you, Sarah,” Mark whispered into the empty room.
“I trusted her when I should have protected you from her toxic manipulation.”
Mrs. Gable walked quietly into the kitchen, placing a warm mug of chamomile tea on the counter beside him.
“Guilt is a heavy burden, Mark, but your focus now must be on keeping little Lily safe,” Mrs. Gable reminded him gently.
Mark nodded slowly, wiping his eyes with the back of his hand as his resolve hardened once again.
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He had survived the darkest chapter of his life, and he would ensure justice was fully served.
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