Chapter One Hundred-Fifteen

Karina sat by Sophie’s side, brushing a strand of hair from her daughter’s forehead. Gina watched her, feeling a mix of guilt and determination. She knew she had to keep Karina’s trust while managing the precarious situation with Aidan.

Sophie stirred slightly, her eyelids fluttering open. “Mommy, who were you talking to?”

Karina forced a smile. “Just Gina, darling. How are you feeling?”

“Better,” Sophie murmured. “But I had a dream… Daddy was here.”

Karina’s heart skipped a beat. “A dream? What happened in the dream?”

Sophie smiled faintly. “He was just here, holding my hand.”

Karina exchanged a quick, concerned glance with Gina, who offered a reassuring nod. “It was just a dream, sweetheart. Get some rest now.”

As Sophie drifted back to sleep, Karina’s mind raced. She couldn’t shake the feeling that something was amiss. Meanwhile, Gina silently vowed to keep Aidan’s secret, hoping it wouldn’t lead to more trouble.

Meanwhile, Lucas angrily stomped into the Salvatore Mansion, demanding