Emily Parker felt the chill seep into her bones, each second in the freezer stretching into eternity. Her mind raced, fueled by a mix of terror and determination. She couldn’t let Daniel win. Not like this. Her resolve solidified as she thought of her unborn child, the little life within her that deserved a chance to live, to be more than a casualty of his father’s treachery.
Pulling herself together, Emily forced her trembling hands to explore the interior of the freezer. Her fingers brushed against shelves, boxes, and the rough edges of frozen packages. She knew she had to think quickly; the clock was ticking, and her body could only withstand the frigid temperatures for so long.
