Chapter 5 – The First Step Back
Marco was arrested within days.
Adrian never forced his way back into Elena's life.
No bodyguards watched her apartment.
No expensive gifts appeared at her door.
No threats.
No pressure.
Only patience.
Weeks later, Luca came home from preschool carrying a drawing.
Three people stood together in a parking lot.
His teacher had written the words he proudly spoke.
"My dad found me... but Mom found me first."
Elena broke down in tears.
After staring at the drawing for a long time...
She picked up her phone.
For the first time in four years...
May you like
She called Adrian.
End of Chapter 5
