CHAPTER FORTY NINE – SHE IS DEFINITELY CRAZY

"How did she get a key?" Joan hissed, backing away from the door. The door swung open, revealing Lena standing in the hallway. Her blonde hair was disheveled, her eyes wild. In her hand, she clutched what looked like a spare key. "Surprise," Lena said, her voice eerily calm. "Didn't expect to see me, did you?" Joan and Vito stood frozen, shock and fear paralyzing them momentarily. Lena took a step into the apartment, and that broke the spell. "Lena, stop right there," Vito said, his voice firm despite the tremor Joan could detect. "You're violating the restraining order. The police are on their way." Lena laughed, a high, unhinged sound that sent chills down Joan's spine. "Oh, Vito. Always so protective. But you can't protect her forever." She turned her gaze to Joan, her eyes narrowing. "You. You think you've won, don't you? With your perfect little life and your academic achievements. But I'm going to show everyone what you really are." Joan's mind raced, trying to keep Lena t