Inside were thick packs of hundred-dollar bills.
He put them on the table.
- There’s fifty thousand dollars.
I stared at the money.
- What does that mean?
He took a deep breath.
Take this money and never tell anyone what I did to our daughter.
I couldn’t breathe for a few seconds.
- What… what did you do?
He lowered his head.
I made a decision without consulting you. Emma agreed, but I know you’ll be furious when you find out.
It’s like I was opulated with ice water.
WHAT DID YOU DO TO MY CHILD?
- Please, let me explain.
I pushed him away and rushed to the exit.
- EMMA!
Choking sobs, I ran to the stairs.
But suddenly my husband grabbed my hand.
- WAIT!
I turned around sharply.
- LET ME GO!
He immediately smashed his fingers.
