The Open Road
They piled into Maddy’s car, tension thick in the air as she started the engine. The headlights illuminated the quiet street ahead, but Derek couldn’t shake the feeling they were being watched. “Drive to the city center,” he instructed, his eyes fixed on the rearview mirror. “Too many people there for anyone to try anything.” Maddy nodded, her knuckles whitening as she gripped the wheel. Behind them, the road remained empty, but the silence felt ominous.
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