CHAPTER 504 SURRENDER

Lauretta felt that nagging feeling in her mind telling her it wasn't over yet. She gazed at George, who sat across from her on the couch, holding a glass of wine. His shoulders slumped in relief as he sipped his wine, a smile on his face. Lauretta wondered if they had misjudged the situation if her instincts were off, and if they had won the battle against Alexander. Even as she drank her wine, the supposed taste of victory was bitter on her tongue. After hours of waiting in the safe house, Theo's call finally ended the wait - Alexander had been arrested. The news brought a sense of peace, and for the first time in a while, Lauretta and George felt a weight lift off their shoulders. They savored the feeling of freedom and relaxation that washed over them. George was eager to celebrate their success and newfound freedom. Discovering a wine cellar in the safe house, he insisted on indulging in an excellent wine to mark the occasion. As they toasted to their freedom and peace, Lauretta