Chapter 293: A Desperate Mona

Mona's heart raced as she approached Natalie's house, her palms clammy and her mind racing with a flurry of thoughts. She knew she had to seek Natalie's help, despite the fear gnawing at her insides. The weight of Mark's restraining order pressed heavily on her shoulders, suffocating her with its implications. She needed someone she could trust, someone who could offer guidance in this tumultuous time. As she knocked on Natalie's door, Mona's mind replayed the events that had led her to this moment. The arguments, the tears, and finally, the cold, official document served by a somber-faced police officer. It was a stark reminder of the control Mark still held over her life, even though she had made the decision to leave him behind. Natalie opened the door, her expression shifting from surprise to concern as she took in Mona's distraught appearance. "Mona, what's wrong?" she asked, ushering her inside. Tears threatened to spill from Mona's eyes as she recounted the details of the restra