Chapter 14 - Clara's LegacyMonths passed.
The investigation uncovered enough evidence to connect Victoria to Clara's death.
The digitalis found in the lockbox matched the chemical evidence.
Financial records established motive.
The journal established planning.
The security footage established the abuse.
And Victoria's own words completed the picture.
Clara's death was no longer a mystery.
It was a crime.
Mark visited Clara's grave alone.
“I finally know what happened.”
Wind moved through the trees.
“I should have protected you.”
He placed flowers beside the stone.
“I couldn't save you.”
His voice broke.
“But I saved Lily.”
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For the first time since Clara's death, Mark felt something other than guilt.
He felt peace.
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