Chapter 13 - Leo Explains How He Discovered The Secret Chamber
Back at the grand mansion, the remediation crew had repaired the broken drywall section in the hallway.
Leo sat comfortably on the living room sofa, sipping hot cocoa while his father unpacked his favorite drawing books.
“How did you even find that wall in the first place, buddy?” Richard asked gently, sitting down beside his son.
“I dropped my favorite toy car, and it rolled underneath the baseboard near the U.S. flag,” Leo explained between sips.
“When I reached under to grab it, my hand went right through a loose wooden panel into the dark space,” he continued.
“Then I heard whispering inside the wall, so I used my small flashlight and found the little door,” Leo added proudly.
Richard pulled his son into a warm, protective embrace, marveling at how a simple accident had saved their lives.
“You’re the bravest little boy in the world, Leo... you saved our entire family,” Richard whispered into his dark curls.
The heavy storm clouds outside were finally breaking apart, casting brilliant golden sunlight through the tall windows.
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The dark chapter of deception and murder was officially closed, replaced by a profound sense of safety and truth.
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