Chapter 20 Hours later, Amelia sat slumped in a hospital chair, her head in her hands.
The steady hum of machines filled the room, but it was little comfort.
Debby had been stabilized again, but the fear of what had happened lingered like a shadow.
Ryan stood by the window, his phone pressed to his ear.
I dont care what it takes, he said firmly.
Double the security.
I want someone monitoring the house and the hospital 24/7.
Amelia raised her head, her voice raw with exhaustion.
What are you doing? Ryan hung up and turned to her, his expression resolute.
Making sure this doesnt happen again.
And how exactly do you plan to do that? Amelia asked, her voice rising.
Ryan crossed the room, his eyes dark with determination.
The twins need to stay with me.
Ill hire private doctors, nurses, securitywhatever it takes.

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But they cant stay here.
Brendas dangerous, and shes still out there.
Amelias heart sank, the weight of his words pressing down on her chest.
You think Im just going to hand them over to you after everything youve done? This isnt about us, Ryan replied, his tone steady but urgent.
Its about keeping them safe.
Amelia, Brenda already hurt Debby.
What happens if she tries again? Tears welled up in Amelias eyes as she stared at him.
The thought of letting her children go, even temporarily, was unbearable.
But the image of Debby convulsing haunted her.
Ryan knelt in front of her, his voice softening.
I know this is hard.
But Ill do whatever it takes to protect them.
Youll still see them every day if you want.
I just need you to trust me.
Amelia wiped her tears away, her voice shaking.
If anything happens to them It wont, Ryan interrupted, his voice firm and steady.
I promise, Amelia.
Ill keep them safe.
After a long pause, Amelia nodded reluctantly.
Okay.
Ryan exhaled, relief flooding his face.
Thank you.
As they shared a fragile moment of understanding, miles away, Brenda sat in a darkened room, holding a paper box in her hands.
The glow from her phone illuminated her face as she scrolled through photos of Amelia and Ryan with their children.
Her lips curled into a bitter smile as she whispered to herself, This isnt over.
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