However, just as she was almost lost in his embrace, a sudden recollection flashed through her mind: the last photo that woman had sent.

The image of the girl dressed in European court attire alongside Rafael...

The sparkle in the girl's eyes felt like a needle piercing Eileen's heart, jolting her awake. She clumsily exerted all her strength to push Rafael away.

Seeing Eileen's resistance, Rafael felt a twinge of hurt deep down, but quickly regained his composure. "Darling, what's wrong with you?"

It was only then that Eileen realized what she had done.

She leaned against the table, her mind in turmoil, unsure of how to explain herself.

She...