CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED FORTY - The End of a Long Journey

Victoria was silent for a long moment before finally nodding. "Very well. I suppose it's time this family faced its past. What do you need from us?" With the cooperation of both families secured, Ella and Lucas began the process of bringing the truth to light. They worked with local historians to document the true story of Isabella's death, ensuring that her memory would be honored and her tragic fate acknowledged. The revelation sent shockwaves through Willow Creek. Many were horrified by the decades-long deception, while others struggled to reconcile their image of the town's founding families with this dark chapter in their history. But despite the turmoil, there was also a sense of catharsis, as if a long-festering wound had finally been lanced and could begin to heal. Throughout this process, the supernatural activity in Ella and Lucas's home continued, but it felt different now. The violent outbursts had ceased, replaced by a sense of anticipation, as if Isabella's spirit was