chapter 74

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Annette reached home.She had yearned for William .Gail was glad to see Annette at the doorstep.
" I'm glad you returned, Harry has been looking for you."
Her dishevelled appearance spoke volumes.Annette had always been bright and clean.William had cried himself to sleep.
As the moon disappeared behind the clouds the night grew intense.Harry returned to the police headquarters only to find that the case was solved and his wife had reached home.
" Your wife deserves to know the truth," he gestured towards the photographs he had recovered.
Harry was embarassed.
" I shall confess the truth to my wife but please destroy these photographs." Begged Harry.
" Your wife was in danger she could have died if Myra had not intervened, she has to know the truth.Its late go home I shall be there in the morning." Said the officer.
Harry gathered himself and reached home .There was no-one to let himself in.Gail was leaving when he arrived.
" All is well Annette has returned," she said with her usual cheerfulness.Harry found a few notes in his pocket and gave them to her.
" Thankyou dear," he said.
He locked the door and went upstairs .There was a knot in his throat and suddenly words failed him.
" Annette my darling I'm so glad you are back." He said softly.
Annette didn't reply.She had had an exhausting experience and had fallen off to sleep.
Harry bathed and as the hot water restored his calm he relaxed.
He would have to confess before the officer made his appearance the next morning.

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