Chapter 76

The sound of the prison bars clanging shut was like a death knell, echoing the finality of our predicament. As I stood outside Vince’s cell, the reality of our situation hit me with full force, and I struggled to contain the anguish within.

“I’ll get you out of here, Vince. I promise.”

Vince’s smile was a mixture of hope and sorrow. “I know you will, Laura. You’re my rock, my lifeline. Without you, I would be lost.”

As I left the prison, my resolve strengthened. No matter how difficult the path ahead, I would fight for Vince. I would fight for us.

The prison was a cold and unforgiving place, the air thick with the scent of sweat and fear. Vince was confined to a tiny cell with barely enough room to move. There were no windows, and the only source of light was a dim bulb hanging from the ceiling.

Despite the harsh conditions, Vince remained optimistic and determined to stay positive. He had hope that things would improve, and he clung to that hope with e