Chapter 48: Invitation For Mafia Ball

After the heartfelt conversation with her brothers and father, Sherly felt a weight lift off her shoulders. She wasn't this relaxed before. Even though she had been under the protection of her best friend, Solace, and her family, she couldn't help but feel restless. However, after her talks with her family, she absolutely felt so relaxed. She had finally opened up to them about her painful past, and to her relief, they had listened with understanding and compassion. As she sat in her room, the evening sun casting a warm glow through the window, Sherly reached for her phone and dialed her best friend's number.

"Hey, Sol," Sherly said, her voice tinged with a sense of lightness.

She couldn't help but smile.

As if taking the atmosphere with her, Solace raised her eyebrow. "Hey, Sherly! How did it go with your family?" Solace replied, her voice filled with anticipation.

"It went better than I expected," Sherly said, a smile spreading across her face. "I told them everything about my past