Chapter 44 Shadow Of Deception

• Amara stormed through the dimly lit streets, her mind racing. The weight of the photo in her pocket burned against her skin, as if daring her to believe in its truth. Her father and Damian’s father—together. The implications were too much to process all at once.
• She wanted to deny it. She wanted to push away the seed of doubt Elena had planted. But it was already taking root.
• When she reached the safe house, she barely hesitated before pushing open the heavy metal door. Inside, Damian stood near the table, scanning documents. He looked up the moment she entered, his sharp eyes locking onto hers.