Chapter 14 - The Fresh Start
I walked out of the federal courthouse onto steps.
Bright afternoon sunshine bathed the stone plaza area below.
Fresh cool air filled my lungs as I smiled brightly.
Agent Harris and Doctor Miller stood waiting near car.
They offered warm smiles as I approached their position.
"You did an amazing job today, Emily," Harris said.
"Justice was served for you and little Lily."
"Thank you for believing me from start, Agent," I.
I stepped into my new private vehicle with Lily.
We drove to our new home near the ocean coast.
A beautiful three-story house surrounded by green trees.
I had purchased the home using my mother's trust.
It was a peaceful sanctuary far away from city danger.
Two weeks passed quietly in our new coastal home.
Every morning I woke up to the sound waves.
I fed baby Lily and walked along the sandy beach.
Color and full strength returned to my cheeks daily.
I felt a deep sense of peace inside heart.
My daughter was growing up surrounded by pure love.
Tonight was a warm, quiet evening in late summer.
I sat on my front porch porch rocking chair.
Lily was fast asleep in her wooden crib inside.
The sunset painted the sky in shades pink gold.
A mail courier van pulled up to my driveway.
The driver stepped out, holding a small brown package.
"Delivery for Mrs. Emily Vance," the driver called.
I walked down porch steps, signing the digital pad.
"Thank you," I said, taking the small box.
May you like
The package had no return address listed on label.
I walked back to the porch, opening tape.
