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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 21 begins with a veneer of normalcy, the keyword introducing a chapter that swings rapidly from cozy calm to pointed discomfort. After a pleasant dinner, conversation flows easily, wine loosens their smiles, and the glow of shared laughter briefly restores the illusion of harmony. But that peace begins to erode the moment they step back into the house. Eddie’s posture shifts—his jaw tightens, his voice flattens—and the connection they shared at dinner slips away. Rather than join the narrator…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 20, Grayson engages in a tense yet revealing conversation with Acacia, his late father’s wife, in the kitchen of her home. Acacia, a maternal figure with a quiet strength, discloses that she learned about Grayson’s existence 22 months ago, on the day of her mother’s funeral. Grayson, wary of disrupting her family, assures her he has no such intentions. The dialogue hints at past betrayals, including Sheffield Grayson’s affair with Grayson’s mother, and Acacia’s surprising lack of…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 20 begins with a suggestion that feels more like a test—an invitation wrapped in nonchalance. Eddie, pouring coffee in the morning light, proposes a weekend at the lake, speaking casually as though the place didn’t carry the weight of two deaths. The narrator, mid-page in a bridal magazine, is momentarily thrown. It's not just the idea of going there—it’s what it might reveal. Her instincts tighten, warning her there’s something he’s not saying, but she agrees anyway, partly from…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Jameson Hawthorne and Avery at Iguazú Falls, the world's largest waterfall system. Jameson is consumed by a sense of hunger—for adventure, for Avery, and for the thrill of danger. Standing on a walkway near the edge of a dramatic drop-off, he teases Avery about daring him to cross the railing, showcasing his reckless charm. Avery, though playful, firmly discourages him, hinting at the tension between his impulsiveness and her caution. The majestic, unstoppable force of the falls…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Grayson follows Gigi through her family's opulent home, meticulously noting details like the children's paintings displayed as art in the hallway. The twins' contrasting personalities become apparent as Gigi leads him to a mirrored basketball court where Savannah, her fraternal twin, is practicing shots in a silver skirt and heels. Savannah's precision and focus are striking, as is her disregard for Grayson's presence. The scene establishes Savannah's controlled, icy demeanor and hints at the siblings'…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 19 begins with the arrival of comfort food wrapped in foil, but the warmth of neighborly concern carries a subtle edge. Caroline McLaren is the first to show up, arms full with a bubbling chicken Divan and condolences that sound rehearsed. Her hug lingers too long, and she warns the casserole shouldn’t go through the dishwasher—as if that’s the most pressing concern in a house now shadowed by murder. A few hours later, Emily and Campbell arrive in tandem, bringing paper bags from the high-end…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Grayson arrives at the Grayson mansion in his Ferrari, noting the meticulously symmetrical architecture and the imposing fountain adorned with bronze sculptures. As he steps out of the car, he reflects on his strained relationship with his father, Sheffield Grayson, who viewed him as a risk rather than a son. The opulence of the estate contrasts with Grayson’s internal turmoil, highlighting the emotional weight of his family legacy. His thoughts are interrupted by Gigi, who emerges unexpectedly, brimming…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 18 begins with Eddie leading Detective Laurent to the backyard, a gesture that seems casual but carries an undercurrent of tension. Inside, I busy myself with mundane tasks, trying to mirror Eddie's composed demeanor. However, the presence of law enforcement in our home shatters the illusion of safety that wealth and status are supposed to provide. Detective Laurent's friendly inquiry about our relationship timeline feels more like an interrogation, and my rehearsed responses feel inadequate. She…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Grayson approaches the situation with Gigi as a complex problem requiring multiple potential solutions. His primary strategy involves ensuring she loses the key to her father's safe-deposit box, which would prevent her from accessing any incriminating evidence. However, he acknowledges other angles, such as monitoring her movements and preventing her from identifying the box's registered name. To re-engage with her, Grayson creates a social media account and carefully crafts a message, wary of sending…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 17 begins with us outside, settled into those sturdy wooden Adirondack chairs as a quiet fire burns before us, its warmth flickering against the cool evening. The scent of meat grilling in the background mingles with the smoky air, and for a moment, everything feels suspended in peaceful stillness. But smells have a strange way of unearthing memories, and suddenly I’m back in Phoenix, where the heat pressed down like judgment and the dry air turned everything into kindling. One summer night…
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