Chapter 24

As Heather fled from the studio, her stomach ached with a dull, growing pain. She slid into her car, her palms slick with sweat.

What did Jason mean by saying she was responsible for his mother's death?

She didn't even know how his mother had died. How could any of this possibly involve her?

Heather drove away, her mind in chaos. It wasn't until she arrived at the Vanders' home that she started regaining some composure.

She went upstairs to find Jason's father, determined to get answers.

Jason's father was already swamped with worry, frantically making phone calls to try to get Brett out of his legal troubles.

Seeing Heather's dazed expression, he paused to offer some reassurance. "Don't worry, I'll do everything I can to get Brett out. I won't rest until he's safe, and your father too. You have nothing to fear."

Heather, barely able to keep herself steady, sank into a chair. "Could you tell me how Jason's mother died?"

His expression shifted immediately, darkening with