I went over to pick up the police because I didn't want the siren to be heard as we approached. Emily came with me. She had insisted on coming along, and after everything she had been through, I didn't have the heart to tell her no. I felt terrible about missing half of my best friend's wedding. My heart ached knowing how much this day meant to Kelvin. He had been talking about it for months, and I knew he would be furious with me. But this was bigger than the wedding. I had to get to the bottom of everything. My parents' murder had to be avenged. Emily sat quietly beside me as we drove toward the mansion. She hadn't said much since we left. I glanced at her. “Are you okay?” She stared out the window for a moment before turning to me. “No,” she admitted. “But I think I've spent too long pretending I am.” I sighed. “I know this isn't easy for you.” “It isn't about being easy, Alex.” Her voice trembled. “It's Stella. I trusted her too. I never imagined she could do all of t
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