Chapter 47

Alec’s POV. Upon my return from a business trip to New York, I was eagerly looking forward to reuniting with my wife. However, her tone during our recent phone conversation had been unusual, and I couldn't tell whether it was just a rough day or if there was something more troubling going on. I couldn't wait to get home, hand over the cookies she had requested, and, if she was unwell, prepare the best chicken soup to nurse her back to health. I assumed she'd still be at work since it was a typical weekday morning. As I opened the garage door and parked my car, I noticed her vehicle neatly parked there. With a furrowed brow, I left my luggage by the door and took only the box of cookies with me as I ventured into the house. I discovered Alana in the living room, her blonde curls gathered in a knot atop her head. She was clad in pajama shorts, a tucked-in shirt, and a blazer, likely remnants from the work meetings she'd attended. Alana spotted me and managed to force a smile as she cl