Chapter 7: The victim's wife

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There are several good protections against temptation, but the surest is cowardice- Mark Twain Alexandria's pov DING DONG. The bell rang through the home walls, I listened for any movement. Nothing, dead silence. The wind rustled some leaves of the trees, I knew it was a bad idea for her to live on the outskirts of the town. But no, Daniel wanted to stay close to his brother.... where is he? He hasn’t checked on Mel, heck I don’t even know if the news has gotten to him. Everyone fears him, so it wouldn’t be uncommon for him to not know what’s happening in the town. I wiped a bit of sweat off of my forehead with the back of my palm. Why isn’t she answering the door? Oh god no, she isn't trying to off herself again, right? “I think that should be her.” Noah’s deep voice snapped me

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