Chapter 12 Entangled In The Shadows

• “Mum.” Sophie gasped, recalling from Larry as if the very air between them had turned to fire. She clutched the duvet against her chest, her heart pounding like a drum.
• Larry spun around, his gaze meeting Maria’s before turning back to Sophie. “You should get some rest.” His voice was gentle, as his hand lingered on her shoulder, offering a brief, comforting squeeze before he stood to leave.
• Maria’s steps were quick, closing the distance between them in an instant. “You two were kissing, weren’t you?” Her voice quivered with disbelief, her eyes wide as if they had just seen a ghost.