Chapter 7

Stella burst into tears upon when she got the news from Caledonia. She sat down on the couch, looking weak, and turned to Fausto.

"What's wrong? Who were you talking to?" Fausto asked, sounding worried.

Stella cried even more, struggling to speak. Her lips moved, but no words came out.

"Stella, tell me what happened!" Fausto said loudly, getting anxious seeing her cry.

"Grandpa, it's Dad..."

Fausto clenched his jaw, his shoulders drooping. He shook his head, watching Stella cry.

"Dad's gone, Grandpa!" Stella said.

Fausto rushed to her side, embracing her tightly. He felt numb inside, unable to shed tears.

"What do I do now that Dad's gone? Why did this happen? I was just talking to him, and he was coming here," Stella said between sobs, her shoulders shaking with grief. The suddenness of it all was too much to bear.

"I'll go back, and you'll stay here. I'll make sure those responsible are held accountable!"

"No, Grandpa, I can't let you face them alone. I'm sure what happened