Chapter 12

Laura's heart sank as she heard Daniel's words. She could see the disappointment in his mother's eyes, but she knew she had to stand her ground. Meanwhile, Bryan was nowhere to be found, and Laura couldn't help but worry about him.

Gina returned to her parents' house, seeking solace after the chaos. However, things were not as easy as she had hoped. Her parents were disappointed in her, and her brother Raymond was not making things any easier.

Raymond had always been at loggerheads with Gina, and her latest actions had only made things worse.

He didn't mince his words when reprimanded her for misbehavior, "Have you seen what your wayward life has caused you? You always think you know everything, but you know nothing."

And Gina couldn't find the words to respond.

As she sat there, feeling ashamed of herself, Gina couldn't help but wonder how Bryan was holding up.

She knew that he was struggling too, and she wished she could do something to help him. Leaving him was not something she