C27 Chapter 27: Unmasking Shadows

The morning sunlight streamed through Olivia’s window, but the warmth did little to soothe the cold pit in her stomach. News outlets were relentless. Every detail of her life was now a spectacle, and she felt like a caged animal in a zoo.

Her phone rang, the caller ID flashing Claire’s name again.

“Claire,” Olivia answered, her voice tense.

“We’ve got a problem,” Claire said without preamble