The silence after Daniel died felt unreal.
Even my mother looked surprised.
Like she didn't expect it.
But her face quickly became cold again.
"He made his choice."
My tears fell freely now.
He betrayed me.
Yes.
But he also just died protecting me.
Life isn't simple.
People aren't simple.
Amara's voice suddenly came from the entrance.
"Police!"
My mother's eyes widened slightly.
For the first time.
Fear.
She tried to move.
But officers rushed inside.
Weapons raised.
"Drop it!"
She looked at me one last time.
And whispered:
"This isn't finished."
Then she was arrested.
But her words stayed in my head.