Placing the Call
Emma had tried to hold back, convincing herself she might be overreacting. But after everything Dominic had said and done—especially his strange insistence on attending the second party—she couldn’t ignore her instincts any longer. With trembling fingers, she reached for the detective’s business card and dialed the number. It felt surreal to be doing something like this, but her gut told her she needed answers.
The detective was calm and professional. Emma explained her situation and asked him to quietly follow Dominic after the house party. That night, despite all the emotional chaos swirling inside her, Emma held it together. She hosted the event with a smile, chatting with guests and ensuring everything looked perfect. But underneath it all, she was watching closely—especially when Dominic’s attention zeroed in on one particular guest.
