The Suspicious Plum Tree

Lost in a swirl of thoughts, Nathan's gaze wandered beyond the confines of his laptop screen. The room around him seemed to meld into shadows, the outside world dimmed by his racing mind. Every corner of his imagination was alight with questions and speculations, urging him to dig deeper into the mystery that had been unveiled by that chilling recording. What if Emily had truly died by Xavier’s hands? If yes, where was she buried?

The recording was enough to prove to Brixlee that he was right all along. Bringing out his phone, he texted the recording to Brixlee. After sending it to her, he realized he needed to be there for her, she would totally break down if she listened to it.

Nathan's heart pounded against his chest as he gripped the steering wheel, barely able to concentrate on the road. The bright moon cast long shadows across the sprawling fields, creating an eerie atmosphere that seemed to mirror his growing unease.

As his car maneuvered around a sharp bend, a sudden crash