Chapter 010

When I woke up the next morning, my hair was a mess and my eyes were heavy with exhaustion.

The events of the previous night played over and over in my mind. Each detail was etched into my memory like a vivid nightmare.

I couldn't afford to let my guard down. Keith may have agreed to play along for now, but I knew better than to trust his intentions completely. There was something about him that set my nerves on edge.

Pushing aside the tangled sheets, I rose from the bed and made my way to the bathroom, the cold tiles beneath my feet acting as a medium to wake my body.

With a heavy sigh, I splashed cold water on my face and then stepped under the shower after taking off whatever was left on my body.

The water cascaded over me, soothing my frayed nerves as I stood beneath the steaming spray.

Today was the beginning of a new chapter. And no matter what lay ahead, I was ready to face it head-on.

I stepped out of the bathroom and began to prepare for the day ahead.

As I dressed, I couldn'