After a long, doubt-filled night, Gwen woke up with a heavy head. The message she received the night before still haunted her thoughts. Dominic had left early to deal with the legal issues surrounding the scandal spread by Rachel, but Gwen's heart was still filled with disbelief.

That day, Gwen felt increasingly pressured. She needed someone to talk to. Someone who could provide unbiased advice—someone she could trust. Mr. Charles, Dominic’s grandfather, came to mind. The old man was always warm and loving, especially towards her. Although Dominic often clashed with his grandfather, Gwen knew that Mr. Charles genuinely cared for her.

Gwen decided to visit Mr. Charles’s house. When...