Chapter 21

• Lucia
• As I stood in my chamber, a feeling of determination welled up inside me. Today was the day I would put my carefully crafted plan of murdering Amelia and her unborn child into motion. I couldn’t afford any more delays. My two loyal maids, Kira and Elia, had always been by my side, ready to carry out my wishes. Today would be no different.
• I summoned them to my chambers with a gentle ring of the silver bell on my bedside. They arrived promptly, their eyes filled with curiosity and unwavering loyalty. I knew I could trust them with this delicate task.