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Then what?

Author: SaeRijk
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-25 15:57:18

Without saying a word, Gwen placed the photos on the table. Mr. Charles’s eyes quickly scanned the images, while Dominic, who had been calm just moments ago, suddenly felt a wave of cold sweat. His face turned pale as he realized the photos now lying in front of his family—pictures of him and Clara in compromising situations that could easily be misunderstood.

Marco, seated beside Mr. Charles, slowly turned his head, raising an eyebrow, his eyes filled with disbelief. Meanwhile, Ethan, who had been standing at the door about to leave, suddenly froze, sensing something was terribly wrong.

"You..." Gwen finally spoke, her voice hoarse. "What is the meaning of this?"

Silence blanketed the dining room. Everyone waited for Dominic’s response, but all that could be heard was his labored breathing.

Mr. Charles gazed at Dominic, his expression full of questions, though he remained silent. Marco, on the other hand, folded his arms across his chest, trying to grasp the gravity of the situation.
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