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CHAPTER 10 - The Silhouette
Athena's POV
We leave the restaurant hand in hand, headed to the park where we used to hang out just to gaze at the sky while having deep conversations. We had just finished a sumptuous meal at our favorite diner when we observed a crown circling the corner of the block.
There is yellow barricade tape around, as well as cops and a detective. I recognized the detective because he looked similar to the one I saw at Janet's crime scene.
Aside from the authorities, there are some press reporters and cameramen on the scene.
"Is there a new film on the way? Is this some type of recording?" I overheard Cloud inquire.
"No, I don't believe so. From a distance, I recognize the detective. He's the same person who's been working on Janet's case," I responded courteously.
We approached the site slowly because we were inquisitive. Cloud, who was so protective of me, sought to cover my eyes. But I flashed him a consoling glance and s
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- The Dark Silhouette CHAPTER 118 - Revenge
- The Dark Silhouette CHAPTER 117 - The Killer
- The Dark Silhouette CHAPTER 116 - Now and Forever
- The Dark Silhouette CHAPTER 115 - Closure
- The Dark Silhouette CHAPTER 114 - Reunited
- The Dark Silhouette CHAPTER 113 - Little Less Love
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