Chapter 117: Freedom.

As she lay there, Jennifer's thoughts turned to her future. She knew she had to start over, leave this place and its toxic memories behind. But how? She had no money, no job, and no place to call her own. The thought of starting from scratch was daunting, but she knew she had to do it. Matilda's offer of 5 million dollars echoed in her mind. She didn't want to take it, didn't want to be beholden to that wicked woman. But she knew it would help her and give her a chance to start fresh. She could use it to find a place to live, get a job, and start rebuilding her life. Despite her reservations, Jennifer knew she had to take the money. She was deeply stressed, her mind and body exhausted from the ordeal she had endured. She needed a break, a chance to catch her breath and start anew. As she lay there, waiting for the dawn to break, Jennifer made a decision. She would take the money; she had no choice. **** Soon, the next morning, she heard a click at the door, signaling her