I’m Margaret, 73 years old – a mother who has weathered every storm life could bring.
I once believed that after losing my husband, peace would finally find me. I left our old countryside home made of mud and brick and moved to the city to live with my only son, Daniel, and his wife, Olivia.
At first, I thought I was stepping into comfort. Daniel was a successful company director, and their condo gleamed with city luxury. But beneath the polished floors and glittering skyline, I soon felt a chill – a coldness that crept into my heart.
1. The Silence in the Grand House
“Daniel, aren’t you eating with us?” I asked, serving the rice.
He checked his watch. “I still have work, Mom. Eat without me.”
Olivia quietly whispered, “Just a little, honey… the soup’s still hot.”
“I said I’m not hungry!” he snapped.
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