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Evelyn Hart, a talented but emotionally scarred architect, has spent years building a new life under a borrowed identity. After the tragic death of her best friend, Sophia, Evelyn assumed Sophia’s name to escape her own troubled past. Now, she’s hired to restore a crumbling 19th-century mansion, where she meets Liam Carter, a charming historian with a mysterious air.  

As they work together, their connection deepens, and Evelyn begins to let her guard down. But Liam has secrets of his own. Unbeknownst to Evelyn, he’s not a historian but a journalist investigating Sophia’s disappearance—a case that has haunted him for years.  

Just as Evelyn considers confessing her true identity, a shocking discovery in the mansion’s walls turns everything upside down. A hidden letter suggests Sophia’s death was no accident, and Evelyn may have been involved. To make matters worse, Liam reveals he’s known the truth about Evelyn all along. He fell in love with *her*, not the persona she was pretending to be, but their relationship is now tangled in a web of lies, betrayal, and danger.  

Can love survive when it’s built on a foundation of lies? And what happens when the truth threatens to destroy everything they’ve built?

THE LIES WE KEEP FOR LOVE

Have you ever felt like the person you trusted most was hiding something from you? That's where Liam found himself as he delved deeper into the mystery surrounding Evelyn—and the woman whose identity she seemed to share.

After their conversation at Blackthorn Manor, Liam couldn't shake the feeling that there was more to Evelyn's story than she let on. Determined to uncover the truth, he returned to the local archives later that evening.

This time, he focused specifically on records related to Sophia Monroe—the woman who had disappeared years ago under mysterious circumstances. What he found shocked him.

According to official documents, Sophia had worked as an interior designer in Seabrook before vanishing without a trace. Witnesses reported seeing her arguing with someone near Blackthorn Manor shortly before her disappearance. No body was ever found, and the case eventually went cold.

But what caught Liam's attention most was a newspaper article detailing a fire that destroyed Sophia's apartment months after she vanished. Arson was suspected, but no suspects were identified.

Coincidence? Or part of a larger pattern?

As Liam sifted through old files, one document stood out—a police report mentioning Evelyn Harper in connection to the investigation. The report suggested she might have known Sophia personally or been involved in her disappearance.

His stomach churned. Was this the same Evelyn Harper he'd come to care for? And if so, why hadn't she mentioned any of this?

Before he could dwell on it further, the archivist approached him. "Find everything you need?" she asked innocently.

"Yeah," he replied quickly, shoving the file back into his bag. But inside, his mind raced with questions.

Driving home, Liam replayed the day's discoveries in his head. Every piece of evidence pointed toward Evelyn being connected to Sophia's past—but how deeply? And why had she lied about it?

He thought about their growing bond—the way they laughed together, shared meals, and worked side by side restoring the mansion. Could all of it be built on deception?

Yet another voice whispered louder: What if uncovering the truth is the only way to protect her—and yourself?

That night, lying awake in bed, Liam stared at the ceiling, wrestling with his emotions. Part of him wanted to confront Evelyn immediately, demand answers. Another part feared ruining what they had before fully understanding the situation.

In the end, he decided to wait—just a little longer. Maybe tomorrow would bring clarity. Or maybe it would force them both to face uncomfortable truths.

What does Liam plan to do with the information he uncovered? Will he confront Evelyn—or keep digging further? And how will their growing relationship survive if the truth comes out?

You wouldn't ignore these questions, would you? Neither can Liam. As his investigation deepens, he begins to realize that love and deception walk a fine line—and crossing it might cost him everything.

Chapter 18: Liam’s Investigation – He Digs Deeper Into Sophia’s Disappearance