At the same time when Eric was kidnapped
In hospital:
Doctor: "It's good news. The black mark hasn't appeared in the last 8 months. Even though we don't fully understand it, we'll continue monitoring and researching it, Mr. Devis." đ
Jonathan: "Thank you, Doctor. We'll be leaving now."
Doctor: "Of course. Take care."
On the way home, the car was unusually quiet.
Jonathan: glanced at Justin. "Why so silent? Aren't you happy? The black mark is gone⊠it shouldn't return." đ
Justin's voice trembled slightly. "Does that mean⊠she'll leave us? Amber sis my mom ⊠she'll leave us?"
Jonathan's eyes darkened. Reality hit hard. đ¶
Amber had always said: until the black mark disappears completely, she would stay. Once it was gone⊠she could leave.
The silence in the car was heavy as they drove on⊠until suddenly, the vehicle swerved.
A group of masked people appeared from the shadows, forcing the car to stop. Before Jonathan could react, they struck him down and dragged both him and Justin into the night.
In an abandoned warehouse, dimly lit by a single swinging bulb, a figure stood, seething with years of rage.
held a photograph in hands, eyes burning with hatred.
Unknown figure (voice cold, venomous): "Finally⊠Mrs. Amber Devis⊠you will feel the same pain I felt 16 years ago." đ
The shadows shifted, echoing the promise of revenge.
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