LOVE IN THE SHADOW

still reeling from the experience. The memory of the stranger's intense gaze and her ex

e, working at the hospital and returning home, trying to put the past behind her. Yet,

at among a crowd of doctors and nurses cha

he'll come bac

e replied

ger, of course," Ja

living fine since month. I don

surprised if he comes b

r for me. I don't want to eve

ood-naturedly, chuckli

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his men. One of his men entered, bowing and presenting a brown envelope. The man t

ger out of her car and into the room, as w

he man said, his voi

an replied and The

. Go get information from her. I don't know how you do

bowed

***

e from a stressful shift, engrossed

as she brought out her keys to open her apartment. "Mom, I

t was unlocked, which surprised her. She

the door and was met with a great shock: a man was seated

me," he said

you want?"She asked, he

he man rushed to her, grabbing her hand. "When I speak, you obey," he sp

ard with him, her eyes wide with fear. She stumbled on

air from behind and pulled her back, holding h

o, you're

t tell me where Miguel is and the secret yo

I don't know what y

nto the couch, smirking as he started to und

his boxers. He bounced on her, and she struggled, screaming for

hind, and she heard multiple gunshots fired at the man who

the man with precision, saving Summer from further harm. Fea

ar and ordering his men to clear up the mess. As he drove off with S

uel ma

. His family was confused to see him rushing upstairs with an un

The room was adorned with rich, dark wood accents and plush furnishings in a soothing neutra

sp, high-thread-count linens and plush pillows. The bed's headboard was i

ows offered breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. A comfortable sit

wer with multiple jets, and a double vanity with a stunning stone countertop. Th

y added a touch of glamour. The bathroom was equipped with the latest technology, inclu

ejuvenation. As Summer lay on the bed, she was surrounded by the epitome of luxury and comfort. Miguel's family gath

ed, Miguel came out to face t

going on?" Mrs

ed to her?"

the living room, his family

ught a woman into this house, let alon

ctor who helped me w

aback, their faces ref

r?" Mrs. Martha's eye

amazing."Anna

unconscious?"

house, but luckily, I was

know who they

rto's

will never learn

attack her? Did she do someth

out that she was th

seen with you? Doesn't he know everyone

the secret beh

s a psycho!

on, their faces reflectin

uest when she woke up. The cook obeyed, and the dining table was lavishly set with

st or what?" Emily asked,

like the food?"

pe."he said and Everyone w

ms you've known her for a long t

Their faces were filled with excitement as they rushed to th

ht a lady home," C

in a lady? Who is she?" Nelson

ought in a lady?" Mrs. Mar

exted them,

Do you know her?" C

he was attacked. Believe me, sis, that lady is an epit

ation. Someone is already giving in

e's not my type. I'm just retur

she's sleeping in your

not alone your bedroom. Now a strange woman is ly

They nodded. "Wow, bro, you still haven't told us the truth," Clara