The Heart That He Stole
He asked, "Emma, what happened? Please tell me. Why is this happening? Whatever it is, we can fix it if you just talk to me."
A bitter laugh nearly escaped me. Even now, he clung to his act of innocence.
So I looked him straight in the eyes and spoke slowly, making sure every word landed. "Fine. Then, tell me—how did my mother really die? And whose chest is her heart beating in now?"
For the first time, true panic flickered across Ryan's face. He fumbled for words, unable to find a single excuse.
Finally, he offered the weakest excuse imaginable. "I never wanted your mom to die. She practically raised me. Do you think I wanted that outcome?"
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