CHAPTER 105

Camilla's POV

As I surveyed our living room, I felt a sense of satisfaction.

Everything was falling into place.

One by one.

Lucien was taking tentative steps to reconcile with Krisdana.

Rosaline was slowly forgiving Krisdana, the tension between them dissipating.

The atmosphere in our home was transforming.

But two people caught my attention.

April and Carly.

April fidgeted, her eyes avoiding everyone.

She had a secret.

One she'd confided in me, tears streaming down her face.

Her addiction.

To prescription pills.

A crutch to cope with stress.

I knew she wanted to announce it to the family.

But she hesitated.

Fear of judgment?

Fear of rejection?

What if they didn't understand?

What if they turned their backs on her?

Carly, on the other hand, wore a mask.

A bright smile.

But her eyes betrayed her.

Unhappiness lingered.

A deep sadness.

Dad noticed.

I saw him glance at Carly, concern flickering across his face.

But he said nothing.

Of course, he said nothing.

He was the cause of Carly's