Chapter 4 - The Unraveling Lie
Ethan realized his escape route was entirely cut off by the crowd of influential guests surrounding the terrace entrance.
He collapsed onto his knees against the glass, weeping loudly as the crushing pressure of caught guilt shattered his resolve.
“He made me do it!” Ethan sobbed, pointing a trembling finger toward Julian’s immaculate designer tuxedo.
“He threatened to revoke my mother’s medical trust fund if I didn't drop the vial into Helena’s glass!”
The dining room erupted into absolute chaos as shockwaves spread through the wealthy spectators.
Helena gasped, placing a trembling hand over her mouth as tears spilled down her tailored makeup.
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Julian scrambled backward, tripping over the edge of the ornate Persian rug before regaining his balance against the sideboard.
The small American desk flag wobbled precariously on the polished wood surface beside his elbow.
