Chapter 16: Family Storm Zach’s phone rang early in the morning, breaking the quiet inside the kitchen. Noah stood near the doorway, holding a cup of water, and watched Zach answer it. In less than a second, all the relaxed warmth left Zach’s body. His posture went completely stiff. His jaw clamped shut, and his free hand curled into a hard, tight fist at his side. “Ma,” Zach said, his voice completely flat. Noah held his breath, watching every small change in Zach's face. He could hear the faint, muffled sound of an angry voice coming through the phone. Zach didn't say anything for a long time. He just stood there, staring at the floor, his chest rising and falling with heavy, slow breaths. “I’ll come over,” Zach finally said, his voice low and hard. “Give me an hour.” He hung up the phone and stared at the dark screen for a few seconds before looking up at Noah. “She saw the photo,” Zach said softly. “My father saw it too. They want me at the house right now.” Noah felt his
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