Chapter 137 Shadows And Light

• After Chase's trial concluded, the days became intertwined with a mix of various emotions and interrupted rest. I remained anxious throughout the days and anxiously reacted to each notification about Zoe's devices.
• One of those sleepless nights brought me to my feet in the kitchen looking for comfort with chamomile tea. Loud breathing could be heard from upstairs as Zoe's subdued snores drifted down. I presumed that Alessandro was sleeping until I saw a silhouette behind the back door nearly sending my cup flying.
• "Brianne?" That single word conveyed genuine concern and his voice was calm. "Are you okay?"