Lying in bed, the moonlight filtering in through the window cast a soft glow on the room. But sleep eluded me. My mind was a whirlwind of thoughts, all centered around one thing - I had to leave. I couldn't take anything with me. I had to leave everything behind.I knew that if I stayed in that house any longer, my sanity would slip away. "Tonight," I whispered to myself, "I'm going to run away from this house."My body seemed to rebel against the thought of staying any longer, urging me to leave immediately. Carefully, I made my way to the door, my heart pounding in my chest. I had to be quiet. I couldn't let anyone see me.But just as I was about to open the door, I heard a shout from inside. "There's a burglar! Help!" It was Ethan's mother.I froze, my heart racing. I hadn't expected such a small sound to alert her. "Damn," I thought to myself, "what kind of response is that?""Ethan, there's a burglar in our house!" she shouted again. I could hear footsteps approaching. It was Eth

I was taking in the breathtaking view from the window of my luxurious apartment, a gift from Eddie. The morning hustle and bustle below was a sight to behold as people started their day, rushing to work or dropping off their kids at school. A sense of peace washed over me as I watched the world go by, a feeling I hadn't experienced in a long time.After leaving my in-laws' house, I finally found peace.My phone buzzed with a new notification, and I saw that Eddie had transferred $20,000 to my account. My eyes widened in surprise. That was more than enough for me to live on for a few months, especially since Eddie had already paid for the apartment in full. I only had to pay the mandatory monthly rent.I couldn't help but feel guilty for taking advantage of Eddie's generosity, even though I had only known him for a short time.Just as I was about to put my phone away, I thought I heard a voice coming from the front door. I walked over and opened it, expecting to see the cleaning lady o

Seated in my plush apartment, bathed in the gentle light of ambient lighting, I was enjoying my surroundings. I could almost taste the aroma of my favorite dish—a hearty beef bourguignon—as it drifted through the air. Savoring the juicy meat and rich sauce, I bit into it. My phone rang, snapping me out of my reverie, right as I was about to eat another bite. It was Eddie, I noticed when I quickly glanced at the screen."Hey Luna, I've got a package of documents for you," he said with a low and serious voice. "What is it?" I inquired, my interest aroused. "Apparently, it's from the police for the investigation process," replied Eddie. I assumed Ethan had probably called the cops. Knowing that our strategy was succeeding gave me an overwhelming feeling of contentment. Eddie and I devised a scheme to exonerate me from a false accusation and apprehend the true perpetrator. "I'll be dropping by your place soon," Eddie announced. I consented and bid him farewell. After what seemed lik

The police station loomed large in front of me, its imposing structure exuding an air of oppression. The smell of stale coffee and sweat hung heavy in the air, making my stomach churn. I had always known that many injustices began within these walls, and although I didn't think all cops were bad, there were certainly some individuals whose crimes were particularly egregious.As I approached the entrance, my heart pounding in my chest, I was stunned to see a man about Eddie's age who was just as handsome. He was dressed in a sharp suit, the fabric of his jacket shimmering slightly in the fluorescent light. His dark hair was perfectly coiffed, not a strand out of place, and he exuded an air of confidence that was impossible to ignore.The man caught my eye and smiled, heading straight towards me. I felt a jolt of recognition, but I couldn't quite place him. His eyes were a piercing blue, and they seemed to see right through me."Luna, this is Gery," Eddie said, extending his hand to the

As I stepped out of the police station, the cool air hit my face, sending a shiver down my spine. But it wasn't just the chill in the air that made me shudder. There they were, standing just a few feet away, the two people who had made my life a living nightmare. Amelia, my ex-husband Ethan's future wife, and Ethan himself.I couldn't believe my eyes. I felt like I was in a bad dream, one that I couldn't wake up from. My heart was racing, and my palms were sweating. I could feel the anger and resentment building up inside of me, but I tried to keep my composure.Eddie, my friend and confidant, was sitting on a bench nearby. He was engrossed in his phone, seemingly oblivious to the tense scene unfolding before him. But as soon as he saw me, he looked up and gave me a small smile. It was as if he was trying to tell me that everything was going to be okay."Eddie," I said, my voice shaking. "What are they doing here?"Eddie looked up at me and shrugged. "I don't know, Luna. But don't wor