Andrea Gunning

A little bit later, he goes...

Chad also used his extensive knowledge of the Bible to try and make Danielle question her decisions.

The Eloisa May letters almost amused her, but they also felt like an insult.

Did he really think she would fall for this?

She kept the Eloisa May letters to remind herself of just how delusional and scheming Chad really was.

A year after his arrest, Chad pled guilty.

But before he faced a sentencing hearing for the kidnapping, they had their divorce trial.

Danielle was awarded full custody, and shortly after, she attended her ex-husband's sentencing hearing.

It started with the victim's statements.

There were no dry eyes in that courtroom.

They're amazing people.

The judge was stunned by Chad's crime, especially the premeditation that had gone into building the dungeon and the torture the victims endured.

The judge gave Chad the maximum sentence possible.

Surprised, but grateful.

She sees how dangerous Chad is and doesn't want him anywhere near her or their children ever again.

She says she forgives him, but forgiveness can include boundaries.

Danielle decided to stay in that small town of Erie, Illinois.

Chad's victims still live there too.

And Danielle has seen them around town.

She's even thought about reaching out to apologize for the pain her husband caused and to grieve with them.