Chapter 51

Benita sat on the edge of the bed, watching as Anita tossed and turned restlessly. It had been two months since Anita had come to live with her, seeking solace and safety after the death of her brother, Alexander.

The loss had left Anita shattered, and the trauma seemed to cling to her like a dark cloud."Anita, you need to try and get some sleep," Benita said softly, reaching out to touch her sister in law's arm. "You're safe here, I promise."

Anita's eyes darted around the room, her breath quickening. "I can't, Benita. I can't forget this feeling that someone is watching us, that they're after me and my son." Anita said,

Benita sighed, her heart aching for Anita's pain. "I understand that you're scared, but you have to trust me. This house is secure, and I've taken every precaution to protect us." Benita said,

Anita's eyes filled with tears as she recalled the tragic events that had led to her brother's death. Alexander had been a powerful mafia kingpin, and his enemies had finall