Chapter 103

As I sat in my cell, engulfed by the monotony of prison life, a glimmer of hope appeared before me. Vera, my one constant source of support, walked through the prison visitation area. A surge of joy coursed through my veins as I saw her familiar face, her radiant smile lighting up the room.

I rushed towards her, eager to embrace her in a tight hug. But as she approached, her expression revealed a hint of sadness and worry. Something wasn’t right. We sat down in the small, dimly lit room designated for our meeting, and I held her hands tightly, seeking solace in her presence.

“Vera, I’ve missed you so much,” I said, my voice filled with both longing and relief.

Her eyes met mine, and she squeezed my hands gently. “I’ve missed you too, but there’s something I need to tell you,” she replied, her voice tinged with a hint of sorrow.

A knot formed in my stomach as I sensed the weight of her words. My heart sank, fearing the worst. “What is it, Vera? What’s happened