Chapter 3

The following day was the eightieth birthday of Mark's grandfather, David Davies.

But when I walked through the estate gates, I found Chloe inside, seated as if she were family.

Mark's mother was holding her hand warmly, her face alight with fond attention.

"Chloe, dear, pregnant women need to focus on nutrition. You're too thin; it breaks my heart to see. From now on, I'll prepare your three meals a day, and Mark will bring them to you every day!"

Chloe smiled sweetly and innocently, showing no hint of panic when she saw me enter.

"Valerie, it's such a big…