The sentences were substantial.
None of it brought Lucas back.
But the truth was no longer buried with him.
Chapter 11: The Envelope Under the Floorboard
I thought the story ended with the verdict.
I was wrong.
Three months later, while renovating Lucas’s old home office, a contractor discovered a small metal box beneath a loose floorboard near the desk.
Inside were photographs.
A spare key.
And one final letter.
It was addressed to me.
I sat on the floor before opening it.
My beautiful Victoria,
If you found this, it means you’ve finally decided to do something about that terrible old flooring I kept promising to replace.
I laughed through sudden tears.
Only Lucas would begin a secret letter with a joke.
I know how much your father has influenced your life. I know you still hope he’ll become the man you needed him to be.
Maybe someday he will.
