The Little Girl Said Her Brother Was Crying Under the Floor… Then Her Aunt’s Perfect House Exposed an Unforgivable Secret
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Chapter 30 - The Long Peace
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Chapter 31 - The Stranger at the GarageThe morning sun beat down heavily on the corrugated tin roof of the logistics garage, heating the air to a thick, uncomfortable warmth. Mateo wiped a streak of grease from his forehead with the back of his forearm, leaning over the exposed engine block of a vintage Ford pickup.
Chapter 32 - The Illusion of SafetyLaura stood in the vibrant, chaotic aisles of the Mercado Libertad, squeezing a ripe avocado to check its firmness. The air was thick with the smell of roasting chilies, fresh cilantro, and sweet breads.
Chapter 33 - The ImpalaThe garage was pitch black, save for a single, flickering fluorescent bulb hanging over the central hydraulic lift.
Chapter 34 - The LedgerThe interior of the Impala smelled like stale tobacco and expensive leather.
Chapter 35 - The Garage AmbushMateo didn't wait for Hector to raise the gun.
Chapter 36 - Shadows in the HouseLaura sat at the dining room table, a cold cup of chamomile tea resting between her hands. The house was entirely silent, save for the rhythmic, soft breathing of Jimena and Emiliano sleeping in the next room.
