Chapter 199 STAN?MORE LIKE SATAN

As Stan drove away from the building where he'd held Claire captive, his mind wandered to his yacht, his escape route, and the freedom it represented. He pushed aside the guilt and anxiety that had been building up and focused on the task at hand - picking up Emily from school. As he pulled into the school parking lot, he spotted Emily waiting for him, her expression solemn. He forced a cheerful smile and called out, "Hey, kiddo! How was your day?" Emily got into the car, her eyes fixed on him with a mix of expectation and concern. "What's up, kiddo?" Stan asked, feigning interest, trying to sound casual despite the weight of his secrets. "No, Mommy still hasn't called?" Emily replied, her voice laced with worry. Stan's heart skipped a beat as he hesitated, unsure of what to say. "No, but I'm sure she will," he assured her, trying to sound convincing, all the while thinking about the yacht, his escape plan, and the secrets he kept hidden. He forced a reassuring smile, trying to ease