A thought lingered in Blake's mind as she pondered deeply, 'As long as I'm married to Liam, Cecilia has promised not to harm anyone.'

Liam, noticing something amiss in her demeanor, asked, "What's wrong? Is there something on my face?"

Blake maintained a few steps behind Liam as they walked, creating a physical and emotional distance. She replied, "I'm just a bit dizzy. Let's head back."

Liam offered to drive her home, but she declined, "No, thank you. My place is in the opposite direction of