Chapter 53

Nora's POV:
I awoke with a start as memories of the terrifying events flooded back to me in vivid flashes - the chaos, violence, and overwhelming dread that had nearly consumed me. But as I looked around my bedroom, relief washed over me. A small smile tugged at the corner of my lips and I realised that Derek was gone forever, his reign of terror was finally over. The weight that had burdened me for so long dissipated, leaving a newfound lightness and freedom from fear.
Drawn by the tantalising scent of breakfast, I made my way downstairs. Aunt Eliza and Amaya rushed to embrace me with joy evident.