A Promise That Came with Suspicion

With no answers in sight, the specialist took the watch, pledging to stay in touch with updates. Steven’s skepticism simmered, but he opted to heed the specialist’s advice, at least for now. Prioritizing Mary’s safety, he postponed retrieving the watch until later, speeding home to ensure her well-being.

As he entered, urgency fueled Steven’s actions, prompting him to gather his wife and divulge every detail of the day’s events. In the quiet of their home, a sense of unease mingled with anticipation, setting the stage for unraveling the mysterious timepiece’s secrets. As Steven confided in his wife, a glimmer of hope emerged.