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CHAPTER 27
The chapter begins with the narrator, Avery, reluctantly agreeing to show Eve Toby’s wing after Grayson insists it was part of their deal. As they approach the wing, Eve slows her pace, visibly affected by the remnants of the brick wall Tobias Hawthorne had built decades ago. Avery explains that the wing was sealed off after Toby’s disappearance and later searched for clues when they discovered Toby was alive. Eve’s curiosity is piqued, and she eagerly asks what they found, setting the stage for the…-
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CHAPTER 26
The chapter opens with Avery, Max, and Libby in a room filled with shelves of games, reflecting the Hawthorne family's competitive nature. Avery tries to focus on finding chess sets, diverting attention to Max's romantic involvement with Xander to avoid her own complicated feelings about Grayson. Max shares her evolving perspective on relationships, shifting from preferring dramatic tropes to appreciating the unexpected connection with Xander. The lighthearted banter contrasts with Avery's internal…-
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CHAPTER 25
Avery is left alone with a mysterious leather satchel, instinctively recognizing it as another game from the late Tobias Hawthorne. Despite her eagerness to explore its contents, she hesitates, haunted by unresolved tensions with Jameson. Her sister Libby interrupts her thoughts, offering playful distractions like "cupcake pancakes" and lighthearted banter about tattoos. Libby’s encouragement eventually pushes Avery to confront the bag, symbolizing her transition from a passive participant to an active…-
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CHAPTER 24
The chapter opens with Avery waking up to Alisa, her lawyer, knocking on her door. Oren, her security head, initially blocks Alisa's entry, but Avery lets her in. Alisa brings a mysterious leather satchel and immediately chastises Avery for not informing her about Eve, the woman claiming to be Toby Hawthorne's daughter. Alisa emphasizes her role in protecting Avery's legal interests, referencing her past decision to move Avery back to Hawthorne House during her coma, which secured her inheritance and…-
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CHAPTER 23
Avery awakens from a vivid nightmare in which she plays chess with Toby, whose bruised face hints at violence. The dream shifts abruptly as Tobias Hawthorne replaces Toby, ominously declaring his strategic prowess before strangling her. The terror lingers as she jolts awake, disoriented and struggling to breathe. Unable to find Jameson, who often wanders during sleepless nights, Avery seeks solace in Hawthorne’s study, where the wall of trophies underscores the grandsons’ extraordinary…-
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CHAPTER 22
The chapter opens with a tense and intimate interaction between the narrator and Jameson, who is visibly injured and covered in mud. Despite his disheveled appearance, Jameson remains composed, assuring the narrator that both he and Grayson are unharmed. The conversation hints at a recent confrontation with Skye, though Jameson dismisses her involvement in the ongoing kidnapping case. The narrator, however, reveals new information about Toby’s disappearance, including a hidden message in a picture and…-
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CHAPTER 21
The chapter opens with an extravagant fondue setup at Hawthorne House, where Xander enthusiastically describes the array of cheeses, chocolates, and dippers available. Max and Xander engage in playful banter, culminating in a chaotic food fight that leaves Eve covered in chocolate. The scene serves as a lighthearted distraction, though the narrator, Avery, remains aware of the need to "break the loop" of tension. Eve’s discomfort with the opulence becomes apparent as she hesitates to participate, hinting…-
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CHAPTER 20
The chapter opens with the protagonist grappling with two difficult tasks: convincing Max to accept a bodyguard and showing Eve a distressing photo of Toby. The scene shifts to a bowling alley where Xander lightens the mood with his antics, despite the tension. Eve presses for updates about the mysterious disk, but the protagonist redirects the conversation to the photo of Toby. Eve reacts viscerally, demanding its removal, while Xander shifts gears to analyze the photo for hidden clues, suggesting the use…-
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CHAPTER 19
The chapter opens with Avery anxiously awaiting updates from Oren about Toby's disappearance. Oren reports that the courier service used to deliver messages remains untraceable, but his team has located a warehouse owner who received another mysterious envelope. The envelope contains a recent photo of Toby, bruised and holding a dated newspaper, serving as proof of life but no ransom demand. Avery struggles to maintain composure as she processes the grim reality of Toby's captivity and the lack of clear…-
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CHAPTER 18
After Rebecca leaves, the protagonist remains in the tunnels, contemplating their next move before returning to Hawthorne House through a hidden staircase. Upon regaining cell reception, they make a decisive phone call to Thea Calligaris, a character with whom they share a complex, evolving relationship. Thea responds with her signature sarcasm, hinting at their unlikely friendship. The protagonist hesitates before revealing their purpose for calling, setting the stage for a significant conversation about…-
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