Chapter 15 - THE HEALING BEGINS
Back at the safehouse, the atmosphere shifted from fear to deep, profound relief. Bea’s scars were healing, both physical and emotional. She started painting again, a hobby she had abandoned months ago when the pain became too much.
Sarah and Lily were a constant source of joy. The house was loud, chaotic, and filled with love—the exact opposite of the silent, sterile tomb Theo had built.
Mae watched Bea laugh as Buster chased Luna around the kitchen island. For the first time, Mae realized she wasn't just surviving anymore; she was living.
