CHAPTER 33: Seed of Doubt

Sarah

Philip massaged his temples, a sign of growing confusion. "Do you really believe I impregnated my secretary?"

That's correct! But I'm not interested in entertaining Philip any longer. I need to distance myself from him; he and his family are giving me a headache.

"Boss..." Assistant Alex murmured into my ex-husband's ear. Philip's expression soured as he absorbed the news.

I was taken aback when Philip grabbed my arm, pulling me along.

"Where are we going?" I asked, bewildered.

Ignoring my inquiries, Philip seized my arm and led me down a narrow path flanked by dense bushes. The absence of other souls suggested seclusion. Dim lights intermittently dotted the path, casting eerie shadows. With each step, my confusion deepened, and I became clueless about Philip's destination.

"Philip, what's going on? Where are we headed?" I couldn't contain my unease.

"Shhh. We're at LM's Garden. Keep quiet," Philip whispered. "Not a sound, not even a rustle."

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