Chapter 2 - The InterrogationJulian stormed into the hallway.
His breathing was ragged. His jaw was clenched so tightly it hurt.
Elena stood near the staircase, one hand resting protectively over her seven-month pregnant belly.
She looked at her husband and immediately knew something was terribly wrong.
“Julian?”
He didn't answer.
“Look at me!”
His voice exploded through the mansion.
“Is it true?”
Elena froze.
“Is what true?”
“That the baby isn't mine?”
The color drained from her face.
“What are you talking about?”
“I heard everything!”
“No. Julian, you don't understand—”
“Then explain it!”
Elena took a careful step backward.
Fear replaced confusion in her eyes.
“Please. You're frightening me.”
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But Julian was no longer listening.
His mother's poison had already become his reality.
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Chapter 3 - The Edge of the AbyssElena stared at the man she loved.
Chapter 4 - The FallTime seemed to stop.
Chapter 5 - The Patriarch's WrathArthur appeared in the doorway.
Chapter 6 - Sirens in the NightRed and blue lights flooded the Hawthorne estate.
Chapter 7 - Purgatory in WhiteThe hospital waiting room was cold, sterile, and mercilessly bright.
Chapter 8 - The Doctor's VerdictThe ICU doors opened.
