Maya woke up before her alarm.At first, she didn’t know why.Then she remembered it was already Monday.Her eyes immediately moved to the phone on her nightstand.She grabbed it and checked the time.6:14 AM.A small smile appeared on her face.For the first time in days, she felt something close to excitement.Today, she would finally meet the detective.Today, she might finally get answers.The thought pushed away whatever sleep remained.Maya sat up and rubbed her eyes.“Let’s find out who attacked me.”The words came out quietly.Almost like a promise.She got out of bed and headed for the bathroom.Less than an hour later, she made her way downstairs.The dining room was empty.No Will.No sound of him rushing to work.No coffee cup sitting where he usually left it.Only Cassie The housekeeper stood beside the table, arranging breakfast.“Good morning, Mrs. Haider.”“Morning.”Maya pulled out a chair.As she sat down, she noticed something.Cassie still wasn’t looking directly
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