Chapter 221
Clearly, there was a much simpler method available to Carynne than becoming friends with Isella. Surely, an unprecedented event might strike again. The changes that started with Nancy’s death that year were immense.
Isella was the most notable person in Carynne’s life. No doubt, things would change dramatically.
And it would really be interesting.
“……”
Carynne quietly pulled up the blanket to cover Isella’s neck. She could feel Isella’s warmth beneath her hand. Carynne glanced down at her fingers, staring intently.
But in the end, she quietly exhaled and turned away from Isella after tucking her in. She needed to try and sleep, too.
‘…Everything’s alright.’
Carynne decided to choose the joy of becoming friends over the joy of killing. There were things more important than satisfying her petty curiosity.
It wasn’t because she was suddenly feeling compassion for Isella.
It was because she loves Raymond.
And for his sake, she could even become a saint.