…an envelope, neatly placed in the center, with her name written across it in my familiar handwriting. Inside, she discovered a single sheet of paper and a tiny, silver key. Her heart pounded as she unfolded the letter, and began to read the words that would change everything.
“Dear Lisa,
If you’re reading this, you’ve realized the house is empty. I’ve moved out as I promised I would. You might feel a mix of emotions right now—anger, regret, or maybe even relief. But before you let those feelings take over, I want you to understand something important.
