Winnie turned her head, only to be blinded by a glaring white light. She instinctively stumbled backward but lost her balance in the rush, landing hard on the ground.

The small delivery truck swerved sharply, narrowly grazing her back before screeching to a halt just behind her.

Pain shot through her body. A cold sensation seemed to spread, replacing the warmth she desperately clung to. Sweat poured down her forehead as a sharp, agonizing cramp spread through her lower abdomen. She instinctively placed a hand on her stomach, only to feel a warm, sticky flow.

Blood.

Her eyes widened in terror as she screamed, "Help me! Somebody, help!"

The truck driver, clearly shaken and panicked, glanced back briefly before flooring the gas pedal and fleeing the scene.

The cold night air cut through her like a blade as she lay sprawled on the wide, empty road, the pain tearing through her body amplifying the bitterness and hatred already consuming her.

Meanwhile, Jamie had run a great distance, frantically searching for Winnie, but she found no trace of her sister.

did she always make such a mess

was clearly still angry, and Jamie suspected she wouldn't pick up tonight no matter how many times she tried. Perhaps it was better to let things cool off for a bit. When emotions settled, they could talk honestly and clear the air. Jamie knew she had nothing to do with Ben anymore and never would again. She sighed,

an unknown number. She hesitated for a moment before answering, only

idea where Winnie went.

laced with a teasing edge. "Oh? Planning a

back her anger. "Since you're now

a sharp, serious tone. "I didn't call to hear

we have nothing else to say." Jamie's tone was cold, and she moved to

studied law," Ben said, his voice detached and icy, like a lawyer making a calculated argument. "You should know how theft of valuable property

her grip on the phone tightened. "What are

"The blazer you walked out with?

let out a bitter laugh. "Are you threatening to call the police over

how it plays out, a lawyer against a janitor. What do you think

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