Evelyn woke up feeling slightly sore, but surprisingly relaxed. It was already past noon. After getting dressed, she went downstairs, her stomach growling.

Mrs. Hartwell had prepared a light lunch. Evelyn was halfway through her meal when her phone rang loudly, startling her. It was Lena.

She answered cheerfully, but was met by her friend’s panicked voice.

"Evelyn! Have you seen the news? Get on social media now!"

Frowning, Evelyn ended the call and opened a news app. Her blood ran cold.

Trending at number one, with dozens of articles and videos, were headlines that made her stomach lurch:

"The Hayes Heiress Betrays Sister, Seduces Fiancé's Uncle in Shocking Scandal!"...