The next morning, my phone vibrated early.It was a text from an unknown number: “Breakfast at 8:00. Don't be late, sister-in-law.”My heart did a violent flip. Charles.I dressed in a hurry, choosing a high-necked blouse to feel covered. When I walked into the dining room, Walton’s sister, Victoria, was already there, sipping tea and scanning some papers. Charles sat opposite her, looking flawless in a sharp suit."Good morning," I murmured, taking my seat."You're late, Isabela," Victoria said, not looking up. "And you look exhausted. Didn't sleep well?""I just had a headache," I lied softly."Really?" Victoria finally raised her head, her sharp eyes locking onto mine. "Because the night guard reported lights on in the kitchen around midnight. Were you down there?"My hand froze over my teacup. Panic flared in my chest.Before I could stutter, Charles casually turned a page of his newspaper. "That was me, Victoria. I was starving after work and asked Isabela to heat up some leftove
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