Retribution

canning the area for security personnel and the doctor with the keys. As she

The fire alarm was a false alarm," th

to take them outside for some fresh air. That w

nceded. "Umm... okay, you're right," he said, handi

im, taking the keys with a

doctor added before excusing himself and

ght. "This is so interesting... heaven sent the keys to me," she muttered to herself, stif

rious circumstances surrounding Doctor Laura's death. Their conversation was in

Miss Richard asked me to help her escape. She's c

g news. Doctor 2 was the first to react. "What? Sound the alarm

5 blurted out, "Wait, did you say Miss Richard

in disbelief. "You gave

of his mistake sank in. "We have to

group of doctors dashed out of the roo

abandoned building. The taste of freedom was sweet on her tongue, and she couldn't help bu

aroma of a home-cooked meal. Frances was preparing lunch for the f

worried face?" Frances asked,

ion. "Why did you go there? You're luck

o face him, her eyes narrowing. "Excuse me? Are

n. "Your daughter has g

ther word against my daughter, Richard! How dare you ut

r daughter needs help," Richard ins

nch preparations. "Prepare something for yourself because I'm taking this food to Selina, our daughter," she

she was already gone. He groaned, sinking into a

lean up the space when her phone rang. She answered, a mischie

" Jake's voice was urge

a asked, her

t me?" Jake's voice

and look what happened. I know you want to help me, Jake

searching for you," Jake

ssues. "Hello? Sorry, I can't hear you." Without waiting

a glint of determination crossed her eyes as she began to plan. "Hmm... let's see, the list of things I need,"

ced the room. "Where is my daughter? Someone bring me my daughter! What kind of a place is th

e. Frances was beside herself with worry. Just then,

heard the news. Where is Selina?" A

and anger boiling over. "She ran away because clearly, the doctors here are incompetent! If anythin

rms around her in a protective embrace. "Oh no, don't worry, Auntie. Everything is

get it, Anne. S-S-Selina... she... I think she murdered Doctor L

ily speechless. "What? No, no, they must be mistaken. Why would they assume that

did it. Selina grinned at me the last time I visited her. She told me to

n't grin, she smiles," Anne said,

acking with emotion. "I told Doctor Laura about it, but

nne when her phone rang. She quickly wiped a

voice. She decided to comfort her, at least for now. "Why are you crying, Mom? You cry t

hat is this? Why are you doing this? Please tell me where

saw you. I'm close to you, Mother," Selina

" Frances said, trying

m listening," Sel

deep breath before asking, "What did you do? Wh

ou sure you want to hear the truth? It hurts a l

Frances urged, h

yself as a doctor and darted off. I didn't want to spend another minute i

burst into tears, the reality of the situation hitting her like

of it is your fault. I chose this path because I am tired of everyone an

mposure, responded, "Love, this is

Hmm... let me say... ugh, I can't remember. I'll get back to you when I r

her calm, said, "Selina

ed you in already? What should I call you, my

m your best friend, and I'll always be your best friend. The r

ed. I am not crazy, and you know that, but you insisted on bringing me to hell. I'll

d of you nor your threats. I am here for my b

egins at home, Anne. Help yourself, your parents, your friend, Mia, before trying to help me. I wa

face, asked, "Are you threatening

m. I don't threaten; I act. You don't have to worry

gged, "Love, please tell me how

illed with cold dete

s shocked.

a part in my torture, but I am going to settle the scores wi

e you open your mouth and utter such despicable words? W

was chillingl

ere stunned. "What

You guys are so gullible. Anne, I thought you said you weren't sc

id, "You can stop now befo

oo late, Anne. I have become a bloodth

are not a monster, love, and it's not too lat

his is not a mistake; it was destined to happ

in thought. Anne tried to comfort her aunt, "Auntie, don'

to herself, "I see what you are trying to do, Anne, but I am smarter than that. I need to get out of here and find a place to live. Ugh, money-I gue

cal laughter, savoring

r hearing about Selina's escape. Helen walked in, trying to calm his nerve

ss yourself too much, Rich. Look on th

a chair. "We paid them for nothing. Well, you're right.

agreeing. "Exa

said, "Two glasse

, while Richard contemplated how to hand