Chapter 11 - Chloe Wakes Up And Shares Her Terrifying Ordeal
The afternoon sun filtered through the hospital blinds as Chloe slowly opened her eyes. She looked around the sterile room in confusion before focusing on me sitting in the armchair.
"Where... where am I? Is my baby okay?" Chloe asked frantically, her hands flying to her abdomen. "Your baby is safe, Chloe, and you are under federal protection," I reassured her gently.
Tears of relief streamed down her face as she exhaled a long, shuddering breath. "Eleanor found out I discovered my grandfather's original will hidden in the study desk," Chloe confessed.
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"That was why she attacked me at the top of the grand foyer staircase," Chloe added bitterly. "She knew I was going to file the probate documents with the federal court this morning."
I handed her a glass of water, admiring the immense courage hiding behind her tired eyes. "You don't have to fight them alone anymore, Chloe; we have all the proof we need."
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