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The book tells the story of Millie, a mother and wife, who is trying to rebuild her life after a troubled past. She and her family move into a new home, where they become embroiled in a complex web of relationships with their neighbors, including the flirtatious and manipulative Suzette. As the story unfolds, Millie's husband Enzo becomes the prime suspect in the murder of their neighbor Jonathan, and Millie must navigate a treacherous landscape of secrets, lies, and deception to uncover the truth. Along the way, she must confront her own dark past and the possibility that her daughter Ada may have inherited her violent tendencies. The book builds towards a shocking revelation: Ada's confession to killing Jonathan, and Millie's subsequent struggle to decide whether to protect her child or tell the truth. Ultimately, the truth about Jonathan's murder is revealed, and Millie's family must come to terms with the consequences of their actions. The book explores themes of family, trauma, and the complexities of human relationships, raising questions about the nature of truth, guilt, and redemption.
The scene is set in a house where a violent incident has occurred, resulting in a large amount of blood everywhere. The narrator, who has blood on their hands, is faced with the dilemma of cleaning up the mess or fleeing the scene to avoid being caught. As they weigh their options, the doorbell rings, and a familiar voice calls out, prompting the narrator to freeze in fear. With the door unlocked, the visitor is about to enter the house, and the narrator must make a quick decision to escape, hoping to avoid detection and the consequences of their actions.
The narrator's desperate attempt to escape the house is marked by a frantic rush to avoid detection, as they navigate through the chaos and blood-soaked surroundings, trying to compose themselves before the visitor enters. The sound of footsteps and the voice of the person at the door create a sense of urgency, pushing the narrator to make swift decisions to conceal their presence and any evidence of the violent incident. As the visitor is about to gain entry, the narrator's focus shifts to finding a safe escape route, highlighting the intense fear and panic that drives their actions in this critical moment.
The narrator, Millie, is introduced as she and her husband Enzo are moving into their new home. As they unpack, they meet their neighbor Suzette, a real estate agent who seems friendly but also a bit condescending. Suzette comments on the small size of Millie's house and makes an awkward assumption about Millie being pregnant. Millie and Enzo exchange pleasantries with Suzette, who invites them over for dinner the following night. Despite feeling a bit uneasy about Suzette's flirtatious behavior towards Enzo and her snobbish attitude, Millie agrees to the dinner invitation. As Suzette walks back to her own house, Millie can't shake off the feeling that she may have made a mistake moving to this new neighborhood.
The family is having their first dinner in their new home, with Millie proudly announcing the occasion as they gather around the kitchen table. As they eat, the conversation turns to the upcoming school day, with Ada expressing some anxiety about starting at a new school. Nico, on the other hand, is excited to take the bus and later asks his parents for a pet, specifically a praying mantis. Despite Millie's initial hesitation, Enzo supports Nico's request, and they discuss the details of caring for the insect, including feeding it flightless flies. Millie eventually relents, amused by the thought of their neighbor Suzette's potential reaction to the unconventional pet. As the dinner conversation comes to a close, Millie reflects on the reasons they moved to the new house, primarily for the benefit of their children, and hopes that this new chapter will bring them happiness and stability.
As Millie and Enzo continue to unpack their new home, they finally take a break and share a romantic moment, but their intimacy is disrupted by Millie's concern about the lack of blinds on their bedroom windows, which allows them to be seen from the house across the street. Despite Enzo's reassurances, Millie is convinced she saw movement in the neighboring house and is unsettled by the feeling of being watched. She also can't shake off the suspicion that there's something unusual about their new home, given that they were able to purchase it below the asking price. Enzo tries to persuade her to enjoy their first night in the house and not worry about it, but Millie's unease lingers, and she's left with the creepy sensation of being observed.
The day of the kids' first day at their new school has arrived, and Millie is getting them ready. As they wait at the bus stop, they meet their new neighbor, Janice, and her son Spencer, who is surprisingly younger and more fragile than expected. Janice's unusual behavior and overprotectiveness, including keeping Spencer on a leash, raise some red flags for Millie. As they chat, Janice warns Millie to be cautious around Suzette, their other neighbor, and implies that she might be a threat to Millie's marriage. After the kids leave for school, Janice expresses her disapproval of Millie's decision to let them walk home alone, sharing a disturbing story of a child abduction that happened in a nearby town. The conversation ends with Janice judging Millie's choices as a working mother, leaving Millie feeling uneasy and wondering if she's made a mistake by moving to the neighborhood.
The day after the kids' first day at their new school, Millie is relieved to hear that they had a successful day, with Nico making new friends and Ada starting to adjust. As the family prepares to attend a dinner invitation at Suzette's house, Millie tries to get ready, attempting to cover up her tired appearance and dealing with a mishap with her mascara. She also tries to pass off a store-bought apple pie as homemade by roughing up its edges and heating it up in the oven. Meanwhile, Enzo arrives home covered in dirt, having forgotten about the dinner engagement, and Millie is frustrated by his lack of awareness and responsibility. As they rush to get ready, Millie's motivations for wanting to impress Suzette are revealed, driven by a desire to fit in and achieve a sense of normalcy and social status in their new neighborhood.
The narrator, Millie, and her family arrive at Suzette's house for dinner, where they meet Martha, the maid, and later Jonathan, Suzette's husband. Millie is immediately drawn to Jonathan's kind and down-to-earth nature, which contrasts with Suzette's pretentiousness. As they engage in conversation, Millie notices that Suzette is flirtatious with her husband Enzo, but Jonathan seems unfazed by it. The conversation turns to their homes, with Suzette revealing that Millie's house was originally a shelter for animals, which Millie finds hard to believe. Enzo discusses his landscaping business with Suzette, who shows interest in his services, and Millie starts to feel uneasy about Suzette's behavior towards her husband. Despite this, Millie tries to convince herself that she has nothing to worry about, given that Jonathan is present and seems unbothered by his wife's flirting.
The evening at Suzette's house proves to be an elaborate and uncomfortable dinner experience for Millie and her family. Upon arrival, they are greeted with placecards and a meticulously set table, but Millie is taken aback by the separation of the children from the adults and the awkward seating arrangement. As the dinner conversation progresses, Millie grows increasingly uneasy with Suzette's flirtatious behavior towards her husband Enzo, as well as her condescending attitude and constant touching of Enzo's arm. The evening is filled with awkward moments, including Millie's struggles with using the correct forks and Suzette's offer to help Enzo's landscaping business in exchange for a private demonstration of his work. Despite the tension, the group enjoys a delicious Italian meal, but Millie's frustration with Suzette's behavior continues to simmer just below the surface.
Millie is still fuming after their dinner at Suzette's house, feeling uneasy about Suzette's flirtatious behavior towards Enzo. When she confronts Enzo about it, he reassures her that he would never cheat on her, joking that he's scared of her. As they try to move past the issue, Millie becomes distracted by a strange scraping sound coming from within the house, which Enzo dismisses as the house settling. Despite her concerns, Enzo tries to rekindle their romantic moment, but Millie's anxiety about the noise and the lack of blinds on their bedroom window lingers, making it difficult for her to relax.
Millie's morning off is disrupted by the arrival of Martha, Suzette's cleaning woman, who has been hired by Enzo to clean their house twice a month. Millie is surprised and uncomfortable with the arrangement, but Enzo reassures her that it's not too expensive and that she deserves a break from cleaning. As Martha works, Millie finds her presence awkward and is unsettled by Martha's penetrating gaze and tendency to stare. Despite initial reservations, Millie tries to make the best of the situation, but she can't shake off the feeling of unease around Martha. As the morning progresses, Millie decides to leave the house to run some errands, hoping to escape the awkwardness and find some space to herself.
Millie's son Nico has a playdate with Spencer, the son of their neighbor Janice, at her house. As Millie drops off Nico, she notices Janice's unusual behavior and overly protective nature towards Spencer. Janice invites Millie to stay for a drink, offering her a strange and unappetizing green juice. As they chat, Janice reveals that Millie's house had only one other bidder, who withdrew their offer, and implies that there may be something unusual about the house. Janice also expresses her dislike for their other neighbor, Suzette, and reveals that Millie's husband Enzo is currently working in Suzette's backyard, which makes Millie slightly uncomfortable. Despite Janice's attempts to stir up trouble, Millie trusts her husband and tries to brush off her concerns.
Millie confronts Enzo about his visit to Suzette's house, feeling uneasy about his interactions with their flirtatious neighbor. Enzo reassures her that his visit was purely professional, as he was providing gardening tips and seeking to build his business with Suzette's help. Despite Enzo's reasonable explanations, Millie's concerns linger, driven by Suzette's persistent flirtation and her own trust issues. The conversation is interrupted by their son Nico, who excitedly announces that their pet praying mantis is molting, effectively ending the romantic moment. Enzo promises to keep Millie informed about his future visits to Suzette's house, but Millie's distrust of Suzette remains, creating tension in their relationship.
Millie is awoken in the middle of the night by a scraping sound within the house, which she had hoped had stopped. Despite her initial hesitation, she decides to investigate the noise on her own, rather than waking her husband Enzo, who has previously dismissed her concerns about the sound. As she makes her way downstairs, the noise grows louder and seems to be moving towards her, but it suddenly stops when she reaches the bottom of the stairs. Millie searches the first floor, but finds no one and no apparent source of the noise, leaving her wondering if she imagined it or if someone - or something - deliberately stopped making the sound when she approached.
Millie is preparing her husband Enzo's favorite dish, pasta alla Norma, while her son Nico asks for her attention, wanting to practice his baseball skills with his father. However, Enzo is nowhere to be found, and Nico ends up breaking one of their neighbor Suzette's windows while practicing. Millie takes Nico to Suzette's house to apologize, where she discovers Enzo is in the backyard, despite previously telling her he wouldn't go there without informing her. The situation becomes tense, but Millie suggests that Nico perform chores for Suzette to make up for the broken window, which Suzette eventually agrees to. This solution not only helps Nico learn responsibility but also potentially puts a stop to Suzette's flirtatious behavior towards Enzo, as Nico's presence may deter her.
Millie, a social worker at a hospital, is tasked with helping an elderly patient, Mrs. Green, who has been discharged after a mild heart attack. However, the interaction becomes chaotic when Mrs. Green, who has dementia, accuses Millie of stealing her belongings. The situation is eventually calmed down by the nurse supervisor, Donna. Millie is shaken by the experience, which triggers her anxiety and paranoia due to her past as a convicted killer. She is forced to confront her emotions and is also found to have high blood pressure, which Donna attributes to her stress and anxiety. As Millie reflects on her past and her current life, she tries to reassure herself that her blood pressure will improve once she settles into her new life, but the encounter with Mrs. Green has left her feeling uneasy and vulnerable.
Millie and her husband Enzo are clearing the table after dinner, and Millie mentions that their son Nico didn't eat his macaroni and cheese. Enzo teases that maybe Nico is eating the flies of their pet praying mantis instead. Millie then brings up her high blood pressure, which was checked at work, and Enzo becomes concerned, suggesting that she see a doctor. Millie is hesitant, but Enzo insists, and they agree to both go see doctors. The conversation takes a turn when Enzo suggests they get life insurance policies for each other, which Millie is initially resistant to, but eventually agrees to consider. It is revealed that their neighbor Suzette recommended an insurance agent, which makes Millie suspect that Suzette is influencing Enzo's decisions. The chapter ends with Millie feeling frustrated and unsure about the life insurance, but agreeing to go along with Enzo's plans.
Millie's evening routine with her children is disrupted when her daughter Ada expresses concern about her parents' discussion of life insurance, having overheard them talking about it. Millie reassures Ada that she is not dying and that the life insurance is just a precaution. After comforting Ada, Millie visits her son Nico's room to say good night, but finds that her husband Enzo is not there as expected. Instead, she discovers Enzo talking to their neighbor Suzette in the Lowells' backyard at 10 o'clock at night, which fills her with unease and suspicion that he may be hiding something from her.
The chapter begins with Millie waking up to the sound of someone breaking into their house, but it turns out to be their cleaning woman, Martha, who has a key. Millie is already on edge and becomes even more frustrated when she discovers that Martha was going through her desk drawers. When Millie confronts Martha, she denies breaking a vase that was found shattered on the floor, and Millie accuses her of lying. However, it is later revealed that Millie's son Nico was the one who broke the vase. Millie apologizes to Martha for wrongly accusing her, but the atmosphere remains tense. Millie starts to suspect that Martha might know about her past, particularly her time in prison, and is snooping around for information. Despite Enzo's efforts to smooth things over, Millie's distrust of Martha grows, and she begins to wonder if she can really trust the woman that Suzette recommended to work for them.
Millie visits a new primary care doctor, Dr. Sudermann, after being prompted by her husband Enzo to address her high blood pressure. The doctor is younger than expected, but confident and reassuring. Millie is prescribed medication for her blood pressure and ordered to undergo several tests. After leaving the doctor's office, Millie encounters her neighbor Jonathan Lowell, who informs her that his wife Suzette no longer wants their son Nico to do chores at their house after he broke a plate. Millie attempts to flirt with Jonathan, hoping to give Suzette a taste of her own medicine, but he quickly rejects her advances and rushes back into his house. Millie is left feeling humiliated and wondering what Suzette's true intentions are, sensing that she is always watching them.
Millie arrives home late from work, exhausted from a chaotic day at the hospital. She expects to find her husband Enzo and their kids at home, but instead, she's met with an eerie silence. As she searches the house, she can't find anyone, and her anxiety grows. She checks each room, including her children's bedrooms, but they're all empty. The only sign of life is their pet praying mantis, Kiwi, in Nico's room. Millie's frustration and worry escalate as she tries to figure out where her family could be, and she's left standing alone in the empty house, feeling a sense of unease and disquiet.
Millie arrives home from work to find her husband Enzo and their kids missing, with only their pet praying mantis present. She searches the house and then checks with their neighbor Suzette, who confirms that Enzo is in her backyard, but the kids are not with him. Millie and Enzo search their house again, but there is no sign of the kids. As they try to figure out what to do, they discover a hidden door in their wall, which had been concealed by a house plant. The door is revealed when Enzo pushes on the defective wallpaper, and it opens with a scraping sound, which Millie had been hearing at night. The discovery of the hidden door raises more questions and concerns about the kids' disappearance and what might be going on in their own home.
Millie and Enzo are frantic when they discover their kids, Ada and Nico, are missing, but they soon find them in a hidden room behind a wall in their house. The room is small, dusty, and claustrophobic, with no windows, and the kids had been using it as a secret clubhouse. Millie is relieved to have found the kids, but she's also concerned about the room's safety and the fact that the kids had been sneaking in there without their knowledge. As they exit the room, Millie notices that Ada had been crying before they found her, and she wonders why. The discovery of the hidden room raises more questions about the house and its history, and Millie's anxiety and unease continue to grow.
The evening after the discovery of the hidden room, Enzo is being overly cautious and spends quality time with the kids, playing baseball with Nico and convincing Ada to join in. Later, as they prepare for bed, Enzo expresses concern about Millie's blood pressure and suggests relaxation techniques such as meditation and massage. However, the conversation takes a turn when Enzo brings up the idea of converting the hidden room into a usable space, which Millie strongly opposes due to her claustrophobia and past experiences. The discussion escalates into an argument, with Millie accusing Enzo of spending too much time with their neighbor Suzette and confronting him about a previous late-night encounter. Enzo denies any wrongdoing, but Millie remains skeptical. The chapter ends with Enzo agreeing to drop the matter of the hidden room, but it's clear that the issue is far from resolved, and the tension between Millie and Enzo continues to grow.
Millie returns home from work to find her husband Enzo covering the hidden door in their house with glue and wallpaper, a surprise move to seal off the room after their previous argument. Enzo's decision to seal the room seems to be a concession to Millie's concerns, but she can't shake off the feeling of unease and paranoia, especially when she thinks about the possibility of someone being trapped inside. Despite Enzo's reassurances that the kids are safe and accounted for, Millie's anxiety lingers, and she helps Enzo finish covering the door, still feeling a sense of dread that the hidden room will continue to be a source of trouble.
Millie receives a call from her kids' school, Frost Elementary, and is immediately filled with a sense of dread, knowing that schools only call with bad news. The principal, Margaret Corkum, asks Millie to come to the school right away to discuss an issue with her son, Nicolas, but refuses to provide details over the phone. Millie's anxiety grows as she learns that her husband, Enzo, has also been notified and is already on his way to the school. She decides to leave work and head to the school, prioritizing her family's needs over her job responsibilities. The situation remains unclear, but Millie's fear and uncertainty are palpable as she prepares to face whatever issue has arisen with her son.
Millie and her husband Enzo are called to their son Nico's school after he gets into a fight during recess. The principal informs them that Nico started the fight by punching another boy in the nose after the boy was making fun of a girl on the playground. Despite Enzo's attempts to downplay the situation, the principal suspends Nico for the rest of the week. Millie is devastated and worried about the impact this will have on Nico's future, while Enzo seems to be proud of Nico for standing up for the girl. As they leave the school, Enzo tells Nico that it's okay to stand up for someone who is being bullied, but Millie is firm that Nico was wrong to start a fight. The incident reveals a deeper concern for Millie, who fears that Nico may be taking after her and her own history of violent behavior. Millie grounds Nico and decides to take him home in her car, separating him from Enzo's potentially damaging influence. The situation ends with Millie feeling uncertain and uneasy about the kind of person her son is becoming.
Millie checks on her son Nico after dinner and finds him quiet and unresponsive, still reeling from his suspension from school for getting into a fight. She tries to talk to him, but he's uninterested in conversation. Meanwhile, their pet praying mantis, Little Kiwi, has died, and Nico has flushed it down the toilet, which Millie finds disturbing. Later, Millie talks to her husband Enzo about Nico's behavior and the suspension, but Enzo is defensive and thinks Nico was justified in standing up for a girl who was being bullied. The conversation reveals more about Enzo's past and his tendency to get into fights, which makes Millie wonder about his capabilities and what he's done in the past. Additionally, Enzo mentions that $50 is missing from their nightstand drawer, and Millie accuses their cleaning woman, Martha, of stealing, although Enzo is unsure if he might have taken the money himself. The tension between Millie and Enzo continues to grow as they disagree on how to handle Nico's behavior and Enzo's past remains a mystery.
Millie attempts to arrange a playdate between her son Nico and their neighbor Spencer, but Spencer's mother Janice declines, citing Nico's recent suspension from school for fighting. Janice expresses her disapproval of Nico's behavior and implies that Millie's career as a working mother is to blame. She also raises suspicions about Millie's husband Enzo's frequent visits to their neighbor Suzette's house, suggesting that Enzo may be having an affair. Millie denies the allegations, but Janice's words plant seeds of doubt in her mind. The conversation becomes increasingly tense, with Janice revealing that she has been watching the neighborhood and has seen Enzo visiting Suzette's house when her husband is not home. The scene ends with Millie feeling uneasy and unsure about her husband's fidelity, as well as the dynamics of their neighborhood.
Millie forgets her phone at home and returns to retrieve it, only to catch her cleaning woman, Martha, stealing a necklace from her dresser drawer. When confronted, Martha attempts to deny the theft but eventually returns the necklace. However, she reveals that she knows about Millie's dark past as an ex-con and blackmails her into not telling their neighbor Suzette about the theft, threatening to expose Millie's secret if she does. Millie is forced to agree to keep quiet, fearing the consequences of her past being revealed to her community and her children. The encounter leaves Millie feeling uneasy and trapped, as she is forced to tolerate Martha's presence in her home in order to keep her secret safe.
Millie tells Enzo that she has fired their cleaning woman, Martha, after catching her stealing a necklace. Enzo is surprised and seems to be taking Martha's side, questioning why she would steal from them. Millie is frustrated and explains that she doesn't know why Martha stole, but she's not willing to tolerate it. The conversation reveals Enzo's soft spot for women and his tendency to defend them, which Millie feels is misguided. The discussion also touches on their financial struggles, with Enzo feeling guilty about not providing enough for their family. Millie tries to reassure him that they are doing fine and that his business will grow with time. However, Enzo hints that he may have a plan to improve their financial situation sooner, leaving Millie wondering what he's talking about. The chapter ends with Millie feeling uncertain and concerned about their future, as well as Enzo's mysterious comment.
The family attends Nico's Little League game, where he gets into a fight with another player after being called out at first base. Nico punches the other boy in the gut, prompting the coach to remove him from the team due to a no-tolerance policy on violence. Enzo and Millie are shocked and disappointed by Nico's behavior, with Enzo initially wanting to defend his son but ultimately realizing that his actions were unacceptable. The incident leaves Millie worried about Nico's tendency towards violence and its potential implications for his future. As they leave the field, Enzo tells Nico that they will go home, and it is clear that there will be consequences for his actions.
Millie and Enzo deal with the aftermath of Nico's suspension from the Little League team after he punched another player. Enzo defends Nico's actions, citing that boys will be boys and that fighting is a normal part of growing up. However, Millie is concerned about Nico's behavior and its potential implications for his future. She suggests that Nico may need therapy to address his aggression, but Enzo dismisses the idea. As Millie reflects on Nico's behavior, she starts to worry that he may be exhibiting psychopathic tendencies, such as a lack of guilt, constant lying, and cruelty to animals. She begins to research the topic and considers the possibility that Nico may have inherited some of these traits from her, given her own troubled past. Despite Enzo's reassurances that Nico is fine, Millie is determined to take action to help her son, even if it means seeking professional help.
Millie encounters her neighbor Suzette, who is dressed up and heading out, likely for a house showing. Suzette complains about Millie's trash being put out too early and asks her to have her son Nico take it out later. The conversation is interrupted by a plumber who arrives to confront Millie about a bounced check she wrote for his services. Suzette intervenes and pays the plumber with cash, saving Millie from an embarrassing situation. Millie promises to pay Suzette back, but is concerned about how she will do so, as she thought they had enough money in their account to cover the plumbing bill. She begins to wonder if her husband Enzo has been taking money from their account without telling her, which adds to her growing unease and suspicion about their financial situation.
Millie discovers that a large sum of money is missing from their joint bank account, and upon investigating, she finds out that her husband Enzo withdrew the money without telling her. Enzo claims that he needed the money to replace some broken equipment for his landscaping business and promises to have it back in the account soon. Although Millie chooses to believe him, she can't shake off the feeling that he might be lying to her, and the incident adds to her growing unease and suspicion about their financial situation and Enzo's trustworthiness.
Millie catches her son Nico trying to sneak out of the house to visit his friend Spencer, but she's relieved to learn that Spencer's mom has given permission for the visit. Meanwhile, Millie's husband Enzo is talking on the phone in the backyard, and when she confronts him, he reveals that he's discussing a potential new client with their neighbor Suzette. The client is a friend of Suzette's, and Enzo is supposed to meet with them at a private beach the next day. Millie is suspicious of the meeting and doesn't want Enzo to be alone with Suzette, so she insists that he take the whole family to the beach with him. Enzo agrees, but warns that Suzette may not be happy about it. Millie's concerns about Enzo's relationship with Suzette are growing, and she's starting to wonder if he's hiding something from her.
The family is on their way to a private beach, courtesy of their neighbor Suzette, who had reluctantly agreed to let them tag along. As they drive, Enzo's speeding catches the attention of a police officer, who pulls them over. Enzo uses his charm and accents to talk his way out of a ticket, claiming they were speeding to find a gas station before running out of fuel. The officer lets them off with a warning, and Enzo's ability to lie convincingly is noted by Millie, who is starting to feel uneasy about his potential dishonesty. The incident highlights Enzo's skill at deceiving others, which Millie had previously found endearing but now finds troubling as she suspects he may be hiding something from her.
The scene is set at a private beach where Millie, her husband Enzo, and their children have joined their neighbors Suzette and Jonathan for a day out. Suzette is her usual flirtatious and condescending self, making backhanded comments about Millie's clothing and sunscreen choices. As the day progresses, Millie becomes increasingly uncomfortable with Suzette's behavior, particularly when she starts rubbing sunscreen on Enzo's shoulders. Meanwhile, Jonathan seems oblivious to his wife's antics and is content to stay on the beach and read a book. As the family enjoys the water, Millie notices that Nico appears to be talking to Suzette, which seems strange given his earlier cold behavior towards her. Just as Millie is trying to make sense of this, a scream pierces the air, coming from the direction of the ocean, and the scene ends with a sense of foreboding and uncertainty.
A dramatic incident occurs at the private beach where Millie, her family, and their neighbors Suzette and Jonathan are spending the day. Suzette almost drowns in the ocean, but is rescued by Enzo, who pulls her to safety. The scene is intense, with Suzette clinging to Enzo and thanking him profusely for saving her life. Millie is uncomfortable with the attention Suzette is giving Enzo, and the way he is lapping up the praise. As they pack up to leave, Enzo continues to assist Suzette, who is leaning on him heavily, while Millie is left to carry the bulk of their belongings. The tension between Millie and Suzette is palpable, and Millie can't help but feel uneasy about the close relationship between her husband and their flirtatious neighbor. The incident ends with Suzette and Jonathan driving away, but Millie knows that she won't be able to escape Suzette's presence easily, given that they live next door to each other.
Millie is still reeling from the events at the beach, where her husband Enzo rescued their neighbor Suzette from drowning. She can't shake off the feeling that Enzo's rescue was overly heroic and that Suzette was flirting with him. Enzo tries to reassure Millie that she can trust him, but she's not convinced. As they discuss the incident, Millie brings up her concerns about how Suzette got caught under the water, suggesting that it might not have been an accident. She also mentions that she saw their son Nico talking to Suzette before the incident, which Enzo dismisses. However, Millie is certain that Enzo is lying to her and that Nico might have been involved in Suzette's near-drowning. The conversation ends with Enzo trying to downplay Millie's concerns, but she's left feeling uneasy and unsure about what really happened at the beach.
Millie wakes up in the middle of the night to find her husband Enzo missing from their bed. She discovers him returning home in his truck and confronts him about his whereabouts. Enzo initially claims he was thirsty and went downstairs for a drink, but Millie sees through his lie and he eventually admits to going for a drive because he couldn't sleep. However, Millie is unsure if she believes him, remembering his ability to convincingly lie in the past. As they get back into bed, Millie detects the scent of another woman's perfume on Enzo, further fueling her suspicions and doubts about his fidelity.
Millie's suspicions about her husband Enzo's infidelity reach a boiling point as she drives home from work, convinced that he is cheating on her with their neighbor Suzette. Upon arriving home, she finds Enzo's truck parked outside, but he is nowhere to be found, leading her to believe that he is with Suzette. Millie decides to confront Suzette and marches over to her house, ringing the doorbell repeatedly, but there is no answer. On a whim, she tries the door and finds it unlocked, so she lets herself in. As she enters the house, she is met with an eerie silence and a strong smell of blood. Her search of the house leads her to a horrific discovery: the lifeless body of Jonathan Lowell, Suzette's husband, with his throat slit, lying on the floor in a pool of blood.
Millie discovers the lifeless body of Jonathan Lowell, her neighbor, with his throat slit and a pool of blood on the floor. She realizes the killer may still be in the house and decides to return to her own home to call the police. However, upon arriving home, she finds her husband Enzo washing his hands in the kitchen sink, with dark red liquid circling the drain. He claims to have cut his hand with clippers, but Millie is suspicious as she doesn't see a cut and notices blood on his shirt. As she informs Enzo about Jonathan's death, he appears shocked, but Millie is unsure if he's telling the truth. With the sound of sirens approaching, Millie tells Enzo to change his shirt, and he quickly runs upstairs, leaving Millie wondering what he might be hiding.
The police investigation into Jonathan Lowell's murder is underway, and Detective Willard arrives at Millie's house to ask questions. Millie is cautious and decides to speak with the detective on the porch, rather than inviting him inside. She recounts her discovery of Jonathan's body and her subsequent actions. The detective reveals that Janice Archer, their neighbor, called the police after hearing shouting and saw Millie enter the Lowell house. He also mentions that Janice has noticed Enzo frequently visiting the Lowell house, especially when Jonathan is not home. Millie defends her husband, but the detective's questions and tone suggest he is suspicious of Enzo's involvement. As the conversation ends, the detective asks to speak with Enzo, who is visibly nervous and fearful. Millie is left feeling uneasy and concerned about the investigation and its potential implications for her family.
Millie's husband Enzo is questioned by Detective Willard about the murder of their neighbor Jonathan Lowell. After the detective leaves, Millie tries to talk to Enzo, but he is uncommunicative. She searches for a T-shirt with blood stains that Enzo was wearing earlier, but it is nowhere to be found. Millie and Enzo then talk to their children, Ada and Nico, about the murder, trying to reassure them that they are safe. However, Millie is concerned about Nico's reaction, as he seems unemotional and avoidant. Later, Millie talks to Enzo, who swears that he did not kill Jonathan and asks Millie to believe him. Millie pretends to believe Enzo, but she is actually unsure and suspicious of his involvement in the murder. She is also aware of the police's suspicions and the potential evidence against Enzo, including the blood on his hands and his secretive behavior.
Millie and her husband Enzo are awakened by a phone call from Detective Willard, who requests their presence at the police station for questioning regarding the murder of their neighbor, Jonathan Lowell. Millie is immediately on edge, knowing that being asked to come to the station is not a good sign. She decides to call their friend, Detective Benito Ramirez, a retired NYPD detective, for advice. Ramirez tells them to cooperate with the police but to stop talking and request a lawyer if anything seems off. Millie confides in Ramirez about the blood on Enzo's hands, which Enzo claims was from a cut, but Ramirez advises her not to mention it to the police. Ramirez offers to look into the case and provide support, reassuring Millie that Enzo is a good guy and unlikely to be involved in the murder. As Millie and Enzo prepare to go to the police station, Millie is filled with anxiety and uncertainty about what the day will bring.
Millie is dealing with the aftermath of her neighbor Jonathan's murder and her husband Enzo being questioned by the police. She decides to send her kids to school, despite considering keeping them home, and walks them to the bus stop. There, she encounters her neighbor Janice, who had told the police that she suspected Enzo of the crime. Millie is angry and upset, but tries to remain calm for her kids' sake. When Nico asks to play with Janice's son Spencer, Janice reveals that she had never given permission for them to play together, contradicting what Nico had told Millie. Millie confronts Nico, who admits to lying about playing with Spencer, and she senses that he is hiding something. The conversation is cut short when the school bus arrives, and Millie is left wondering what Nico is really doing when he leaves the house.
Millie and her husband Enzo are taken to the police station for questioning about the murder of their neighbor, Jonathan Lowell. They are separated and put in different rooms, making Millie anxious and suspicious that they are being considered as suspects. Detective Willard questions Millie, asking about her husband's relationship with the victim's wife, Suzette, and reveals that Enzo had purchased a gun illegally and had checked into a motel with Suzette just days before the murder. The detective also brings up Millie and Enzo's financial struggles and the fact that Jonathan had a substantial life insurance policy with Suzette as the sole beneficiary. Millie becomes increasingly uncomfortable and eventually invokes her right to a lawyer, refusing to answer any more questions.
Millie and her husband Enzo are questioned by the police about the murder of their neighbor, Jonathan Lowell. After the questioning, Enzo reveals to Millie that he was at a motel with their cleaning woman, Martha, who was being abused by her husband and needed Enzo's help to escape. Enzo claims he was trying to help Martha and did not cheat on Millie with Suzette, as the detective had suggested. Millie believes Enzo's explanation, but is still unsure if he is hiding something from her. She is also concerned about Enzo's decision to keep his actions a secret from her, citing her high blood pressure and stress as a reason. The conversation highlights the complexities of their relationship and the trust issues that have arisen due to Enzo's secretive behavior. Despite this, Millie chooses to believe Enzo and support him, but the uncertainty and tension in their relationship remain.
Millie and her husband Enzo are visited by their friend, retired NYPD detective Benito Ramirez, who has been investigating the murder of their neighbor Jonathan Lowell. Ramirez reveals that the police suspect Enzo of the crime, citing evidence such as his purchase of a gun, a motel record of him checking in with a woman, and suggestive photos taken by their neighbor Janice. Enzo denies any involvement in the murder, but Ramirez advises him to get a good lawyer. Luckily, Ramirez has already arranged for a public defender from the Bronx to represent Enzo, and she arrives at their house shortly after. However, when Enzo sees the lawyer, he is shocked, and it becomes clear that he knows her from his past. The lawyer's true identity and connection to Enzo are left unclear, adding to the mystery and tension in the story.
Millie's husband Enzo is in trouble with the police, who suspect him of murdering their neighbor Jonathan Lowell. A public defender, Cecelia Winchester, who has a past connection with Enzo and Millie, arrives to represent Enzo. As they discuss the case, it becomes clear that the police have been investigating Enzo's past, including his connection to a man named Dario Fontana, who was a mobster and the husband of Enzo's sister. Enzo reveals that he worked for Dario for eight years, starting when he was 16, but refuses to elaborate on what he did for him. Cecelia warns Enzo that if this information comes up in court, it could be damaging to his case. Millie suggests that Jonathan's wife Suzette may have been the one to kill him, and Enzo provides information about a possible way Suzette could have entered the house without being seen. Cecelia agrees to look into it and promises to do everything she can to keep Enzo out of prison.
Millie confronts her husband Enzo about his past and the secrets he has been keeping from her. She demands to know the truth about his involvement with the mobster Dario Fontana and the work he did for him. Enzo reveals that he used to break people's fingers to collect debts, but claims he never killed anyone. Millie is unsure if she believes him, feeling that he has been lying to her all along. She is torn between her love for him and her suspicion that he may be involved in the murder of their neighbor Jonathan. The conversation ends with Millie feeling uncertain and distrustful of Enzo, wondering how their relationship has become so complicated and uncertain.
Millie sneaks into the Lowells' backyard at night to investigate, searching for a way that someone could have entered the house without being seen. She uses a flashlight to examine the yard, which her husband Enzo had previously landscaped. As she reaches the far end of the yard, she hears a rustling sound and shines her light in that direction, noticing that the branches seem to be moving on their own. Suddenly, she feels a sense of danger and realizes that if someone did enter the yard to kill Jonathan Lowell, they could still be there. Millie considers running back to her own yard, but hesitates, unsure of what to do next. As she stands frozen, she realizes that she may have waited too long, and the intruder may be closing in on her.
Millie sneaks into the Lowells' backyard at night to investigate and is confronted by Suzette, who is dressed casually and seems almost amused by Millie's presence. Suzette accuses Enzo of murdering her husband and claims that he was obsessed with her, flirting with her constantly and being intensely jealous of Jonathan. Millie is skeptical, knowing that Suzette was the one who was flirting with Enzo, but Suzette reveals that Enzo told her he felt trapped in his marriage because Millie was pregnant. This revelation raises Millie's suspicions about Enzo's involvement in the murder and his true feelings about their marriage. The conversation ends with Suzette slipping into her house through the back, and Millie realizing that there is a way for someone to enter the house without being seen from the street.
The police arrive at Millie's house with a search warrant, looking for evidence related to the murder of their neighbor, Jonathan Lowell. Millie is shocked and scared, but tries to remain calm for the sake of her children. She wakes up her husband Enzo and tells him about the search warrant, and he seems concerned but assures her that everything will be okay. Millie decides to take the kids to school, but first, they have a somber breakfast at a diner, where they discuss the police search and their father's potential involvement in the murder. Millie tries to reassure them that their father is innocent and that the police will find nothing, but she's struggling to believe it herself. As they finish their meal, Millie is filled with a sense of dread, knowing that things are about to get much worse.
Millie visits the home of Martha, their former cleaning woman, to confirm her husband Enzo's story about helping Martha escape from her abusive husband. When she arrives, she meets Martha's husband, a drunk and unpleasant man who tells her that Martha has left him. Millie is relieved to find that Enzo's story seems to be true, and she begins to trust him again. She reflects on Enzo's past and his desire to help women in danger, which is rooted in his guilt over not being able to protect his sister. Millie wants to trust Enzo and believes that he is telling the truth about his involvement with Martha. With this newfound trust, Millie feels a sense of relief and hopes that their relationship can move forward.
The police have finished searching Millie's house, leaving it in disarray. As she and her husband Enzo clean up, Millie confronts him about a comment their neighbor Suzette made, implying that Enzo told her he only married Millie because she was pregnant. Enzo denies making the comment, suggesting that Suzette may have figured it out on her own. Meanwhile, Millie's lawyer, Cecelia, calls to inform her that the police found something during their search, but she doesn't know what it is. Cecelia assures Millie that she and her team are working to figure out what's going on and will do everything they can to help Enzo. Millie is left feeling anxious and unsure about what the police found and what will happen to her husband.
Millie is trying to maintain a sense of normalcy in her household despite the police investigation into her husband Enzo's potential involvement in their neighbor's murder. She is struggling to talk to Enzo about the situation and is instead focusing on their children, Ada and Nico. When she goes to say good night to Nico, he asks her a series of questions about whether doing a bad thing makes someone a bad person, which makes her uncomfortable and worried that he might know more about Enzo's actions than he's letting on. Millie tries to reassure Nico that people can do bad things for good reasons, but he seems unsatisfied with her answer and she senses that he might be hiding something. Before she can press him further, Enzo arrives to take his turn saying good night, and Millie is left wondering what Nico was trying to tell her.
The scene begins with a rare moment of calm in the household, as Millie, Enzo, and their children gather around the breakfast table to enjoy chocolate chip pancakes. However, the tranquility is short-lived, as the doorbell rings and Enzo's lawyer, Cecelia, arrives with urgent news. She informs Enzo that the police are on their way to arrest him for the murder of their neighbor, Jonathan Lowell, and that they have found a pocketknife with his initials and Jonathan's blood on it. Enzo is devastated and eventually confesses to Millie that he was the one who killed Jonathan, leaving Millie stunned and seeking an explanation for his actions.
Millie's world is turned upside down as her husband Enzo confesses to the murder of their neighbor, Jonathan Lowell. The police arrive to arrest Enzo, and Millie is left to deal with the aftermath, including telling their children about their father's confession. As she tries to come to terms with what has happened, Millie's lawyer, Cecelia, vows to help Enzo, but Millie is unsure if anything can be done to save him. In a shocking twist, Millie's daughter Ada reveals that she knows Enzo did not commit the crime, and then stuningly claims that she was the one who killed Jonathan.
The truth about Jonathan's murder is finally revealed as Millie's daughter Ada confesses to being the one who killed him. The story takes a dark and unexpected turn as Ada's calm and collected demeanor while making the confession sends chills down Millie's spine. Millie is shocked and struggling to process the information, unsure of how to react or what to do next. As the reality of the situation sets in, Millie's mind is filled with questions and concerns about her daughter's actions and what this means for their family's future. The confession raises more questions than answers, leaving Millie to grapple with the consequences of Ada's actions and the uncertainty of what lies ahead.
The story is told from the perspective of Ada, a young girl who is moving into a new house with her family. She is struggling to adjust to the new environment and misses their old home. Her father, who is portrayed as a charismatic and capable figure, tries to reassure her that everything will be okay and promises that if she still hates the new house in a year, they will move back. However, Ada is skeptical and knows that her mother would not agree to such a plan. As she navigates her new surroundings, Ada begins to open up to her father about her feelings, and he offers her words of comfort and support. The chapter provides insight into Ada's emotional state and her relationship with her father, who seems to be trying to make the transition easier for her.
The story continues with Ada's confession to killing Jonathan, and Millie is left reeling from the shock. As she tries to process the information, she begins to notice strange behaviors and mannerisms in Ada that she had previously dismissed as normal childhood quirks. Millie's mind is filled with questions and concerns about her daughter's actions and what this means for their family's future. She starts to think back to all the times Ada had acted out or shown a lack of empathy, and wonders if she had missed warning signs. The chapter ends with Millie feeling a sense of dread and uncertainty, unsure of how to move forward or what the consequences of Ada's actions will be.
The chapter is narrated by Ada, who is riding the bus home from school with her brother Nico. They discuss their day, with Nico talking about making new friends and playing baseball. Ada shares a story about a kid who disappeared a few years ago, which Nico dismisses as Ada being overly worrisome. The conversation turns to their living situation, with Nico expressing his desire to have a sleepover with Ada in her room. As they get off the bus, they notice their neighbor, a man around their father's age, watching them from his window and waving. Ada feels uneasy about this encounter, finding it strange that the man is standing at the window, watching the school bus arrive. The chapter ends with Ada and Nico returning home, where their mother is waiting, and Ada is left feeling a sense of unease about the neighbor's behavior.
Millie's world is shattered as she tries to come to terms with her daughter Ada's confession to killing Jonathan. She is filled with a mix of emotions, including shock, denial, and fear for her family's future. As she struggles to process the information, she begins to notice strange behaviors and mannerisms in Ada that she had previously dismissed as normal childhood quirks. Millie's mind is filled with questions and concerns about Ada's actions and what this means for their family's future. She starts to think back to all the times Ada had acted out or shown a lack of empathy, and wonders if she had missed warning signs. Meanwhile, the police are still investigating the crime, and Millie's husband Enzo is still a suspect, despite Ada's confession. The situation is complex and uncertain, with Millie facing an impossible decision: should she protect her daughter and risk everything, or should she tell the truth and potentially lose her child?
The chapter focuses on Ada, who is waiting to be picked up from school by her father. She encounters a boy named Gabe, who has been bothering her and tries to hold her hand against her will. Ada's father intervenes, angrily confronting Gabe and warning him to never touch his daughter again. After the incident, Ada's father gives her a pocketknife that his own father had given him, telling her to carry it with her but only use it if she has to. He shows her how to use it in self-defense, twisting the blade into the attacker's side. Ada is both fascinated and intimidated by the knife, and the chapter ends with her taking possession of it, unsure of what the future holds.
Millie is trying to process her daughter Ada's shocking confession to killing Jonathan, and she's torn between protecting her child and doing what's right. As she navigates this impossible situation, she starts to think about her own past and how it may have influenced Ada's behavior. Meanwhile, Detective Willard is still investigating the crime, and Millie's husband Enzo is still a suspect. The police discover a surprising piece of evidence that could change everything, and Millie is forced to confront the possibility that her family's life will never be the same. As the truth about Jonathan's murder begins to unravel, Millie must make a difficult decision that will have far-reaching consequences for her family.
Ada is doing well in school and enjoys doing homework, aiming to become a pediatrician. At home, she discovers a secret door in the wall that leads to a small, dirty room where her brother Nico has been spending time. Despite initial reservations, Ada decides to stay and talk to Nico, suggesting they have a sleepover, but he declines. As they spend time in the room, Ada starts to feel uncomfortable and eventually cries, prompting Nico to tell her to leave. Before she can, their father discovers them and they get in trouble, resulting in the room being off-limits.
Ada is trying to focus on her reading in her Library class, but she's constantly disrupted by a boy named Hunter who keeps asking her out on a date and making fun of her for always reading. Despite her repeated rejections, Hunter continues to bother her, and Ada starts to feel frustrated and annoyed. She thinks about the pocketknife her father gave her, which she has been carrying with her, and although she doesn't intend to use it, she wishes Hunter would leave her alone. To escape the situation, Ada hides in the bathroom for the rest of the period, where she can finally read her book in peace.
The family goes to the beach, where Ada is still dealing with the issue of a boy named Hunter being mean to her at school. She asks her mom for advice on how to handle the situation, and her mom suggests ignoring him or using her words to stand up for herself. At the beach, Ada notices that her brother Nico is acting strangely and seems angry at their neighbors, the Lowells. She also overhears Mrs. Lowell threatening Nico, which makes her angry. In a fit of rage, Ada grabs Mrs. Lowell's leg and pulls her underwater, but her dad rescues Mrs. Lowell before anything serious happens. Ada is left feeling sorry for her actions and worried about the consequences.
The story takes a dramatic turn as Millie's daughter Ada is revealed to be the one who killed Jonathan, and Millie is faced with the impossible decision of whether to protect her child or tell the truth. As the investigation into Jonathan's murder continues, the police discover a surprising piece of evidence that could change everything. Meanwhile, Millie's husband Enzo is still a suspect, and the family's life is turned upside down. The chapter ends with Millie reflecting on her own past and how it may have influenced Ada's behavior, and she must come to terms with the fact that her family's life will never be the same. The truth about Jonathan's murder is finally starting to unravel, and Millie must make a difficult decision that will have far-reaching consequences for her family.
Nico confides in Ada about his experiences with the Lowells, revealing that he had been playing in a secret room in their house, filled with expensive toys, as part of a deal to avoid paying for the damages he caused. However, Mr. Lowell's behavior became increasingly disturbing, using a camera to watch Nico and threatening to harm their family if he didn't continue to visit. Nico is traumatized and begs Ada not to tell their parents, fearing Mr. Lowell's retaliation. Ada promises to keep the secret, but she's determined to put an end to Nico's visits to the Lowell's house, implying that she will take matters into her own hands to protect her brother.
Millie is trying to come to terms with her daughter Ada's confession to killing Jonathan, and she's struggling to reconcile her own past with the possibility that her child may have inherited her violent tendencies. As she navigates this impossible situation, she starts to think about the events leading up to the murder and how they may have contributed to Ada's actions. Meanwhile, the police investigation continues, and Millie's husband Enzo is still a suspect. The family's life is turned upside down as they try to cope with the aftermath of the murder and the secrets that are being revealed. Millie must make a difficult decision about whether to protect her child or tell the truth, and she knows that whatever she chooses, it will have far-reaching consequences for her family.
Ada discovers a secret room in the Lowell's house, filled with toys and a small bed with a quilt featuring insects. She finds a dark brown stain on the sheets, which she suspects is blood. Mr. Lowell confronts her, and she realizes she's in trouble. Ada uses her father's pocketknife to defend herself, stabbing Mr. Lowell in the belly and twisting the blade. She escapes the room and runs back to her house, where she meets her brother Nico. Ada confesses to Nico that she thinks she might have killed Mr. Lowell, and Nico warns her that she'll be in big trouble if she tells anyone. Nico advises Ada to keep the secret and wash away any evidence, suggesting that if no one saw her, no one will know it was her. Ada is left to decide what to do next, knowing that she could face serious consequences if she's caught.
Millie's world is crumbling as she tries to come to terms with her daughter Ada's confession to killing Jonathan. She is torn between protecting her child and doing what's right, and the police investigation is closing in on them. As Millie reflects on her own past and how it may have influenced Ada's behavior, she realizes that she has to make a difficult decision that will have far-reaching consequences for her family. Meanwhile, the truth about Jonathan's murder is finally starting to unravel, and Millie must confront the possibility that her family's life will never be the same. With the police getting closer to the truth, Millie must decide whether to turn her daughter in or to protect her, and the outcome will change their lives forever.
Enzo is being held at the police station after confessing to the murder of Jonathan Lowell, and Millie is desperate to know how he's doing. She spends time with their kids, trying to explain the situation to them, and later receives a call from Enzo, who has only five minutes to talk. He reveals that he confessed to protect their daughter Ada, who actually committed the crime. Millie tries to convince Enzo to tell the truth and let their lawyer handle it, but he refuses, saying he would do anything to protect Ada and their son Nico. The call is cut off, and Millie is left to hope that Enzo will realize he doesn't want to spend his life in prison and will change his mind about confessing to the crime.
Millie is struggling to cope with her husband Enzo's confession to a crime he didn't commit, and the police investigation into their neighbor's murder is ongoing. She decides to send her kids to school to maintain some normalcy, but encounters her judgmental neighbor Janice at the bus stop, who makes insensitive comments about Enzo. Millie stands up for herself and Enzo, and after the kids leave for school, she is approached by Detective Ramirez, who asks her to get in his car to discuss something. Despite initial hesitation, Millie agrees, hoping to get back in time for Enzo's bail hearing.
Millie learns from Detective Ramirez that Suzette Lowell's fingerprints were found in the hidden room where her husband, Jonathan, was killed, implying that Suzette knew about her husband's dark secrets and may have been complicit. Millie is outraged and wants to confront Suzette, who is currently staying at a hotel and is about to be brought in for questioning by the police. Millie convinces Ramirez to drive her to the hotel, where she hopes to talk to Suzette before the police arrive, possibly to find a way to fix the situation and protect her daughter, Ada, who confessed to killing Jonathan. Millie's goal is to use this information to her advantage and potentially find a solution to the predicament her family is in.
Millie and Detective Ramirez visit Suzette Lowell at a hotel, where they confront her about her involvement in her husband's dark secrets and the murder of a child, Braden Lundie, whose DNA and blood were found in a hidden room in the Lowell's house. Suzette is given two options: confess to killing her husband in self-defense or face prosecution for conspiring to kill Braden. If she confesses, she might avoid jail time, but if she doesn't, she will face severe consequences. Ramirez and Millie leave Suzette to think about her options, but they know that Detective Willard is on his way to the hotel and that Suzette's decision will change her life forever. Millie is determined to get her husband Enzo out of jail and is willing to do whatever it takes to make that happen.
The story continues with Millie's family trying to move on from the traumatic events of the past few weeks. Enzo is back home after being wrongly accused of murder, and the family is trying to heal and recover. Millie is still worried about her daughter Ada, who confessed to killing Jonathan Lowell, and is struggling to come to terms with what happened. The family receives a visit from Detective Ramirez, who checks in on them and reassures Millie that Ada will be fine. Enzo and Millie discuss their plans for the future, including a potential trip to Disneyland, and Millie is grateful to have her family back together. However, she is still haunted by the memory of Jonathan's murder and is determined to keep a close eye on Ada to ensure she is okay. The chapter ends with Millie reflecting on her own past and how it has influenced her daughter's behavior, and she is determined to support Ada and help her move forward.
The story concludes with Millie's family trying to rebuild their lives after the traumatic events of the past few weeks. Enzo is back home, and the family is attempting to heal and recover. Millie is still grappling with the aftermath of her daughter Ada's confession to killing Jonathan Lowell and is working to come to terms with what happened. As the family looks to the future, they face the challenge of moving on from the past and finding a way to rebuild their relationships with each other. The investigation into Jonathan's murder has been closed, and Suzette has been charged with conspiracy to commit murder. Millie is determined to support Ada and help her move forward, while also keeping a close eye on her to ensure she is okay. The family's experience has left them changed, but they are working to create a new sense of normalcy and to find happiness again.