POV: Allison

Ray sighed deeply each time he catches me deep in thought. He could sense my thoughts churning like the murky waters underneath us. He pulled me closer, his hands firm but gentle on my waist.

"You're not going to lose yourself in this, Allie. I won't let you." He said sternly. I looked at him, wanting to scream, wanting to claw at the fear clawing at my insides.

"It's not just about me, Ray. It's about everything, my identity, my family, my future, our future, Raymond, our kids. They will do anything to ruin me. Do you not understand what is at stake here?" I told him sadly,...