Evidence

"Chloe, I need you to send me the picture you took of that reddish rash on your skin. Did you manage to capture it clearly, with your face in the frame?"

"Yes, Mom, I did... I'll send it to you right away."

With a sense of resignation, Chloe ended the call and reluctantly began searching through her phone for the pictures. Each glimpse of the captured image reminded her of the disappointment that had plagued her throughout the day. Finally locating the photo, she hesitated for a moment, her thumb hovering over the "Send" button. With a heavy sigh, she mustered the strength to press it, watching as the message containing the photo was sent to her mother.

Returning to her bed, Chloe sank back into a sea of despair, the weight of missed opportunities and shattered dreams pressing upon her. The room seemed to grow darker as her thoughts consumed her, leaving her feeling utterly despondent.

The day prior, Stella had entrusted Olivia with the important task of informing the press about the