Coming Home_5

Jacob's face softened as he turned to face Emily. "You have to get ready, Emily. Everyone, especially Jake and the kids, will be shocked to learn you're still alive. Before everything else, we must make sure they are safe."

Emily nodded, determination glimmering in her eyes. "I have waited much too long enough. I'm not going to let Carla or Greg hurt my family anymore. No matter what, I'll put this right."

Emily turned to look at Ava. "Could you help me arrange a private meeting with Joan and Aiden?" she asked. She doesn't know how much time Ava spends with her children.

Ava inhaled deeply, obviously struggling to process what she had spoken. She hesitated for a bit, then turned to Emily and started talking. With a firm but worried tone, she added, "Emily, I had planned to wait until you were more settled in before sharing this, but I realize it's important to tell you now." She sighs deeply before continuing.