Another day flew by, but Phoebe's mood only grew heavier. She was reluctant to go home and wished she could find a place to hide. Torn inside, she decided to visit the art studio instead, having not taught her students in a while and missing them. Alexander had restricted her freedom, not even allowing her time to teach. Adding to that, she had been to the hospital several times recently, and her job at the bar had only lasted a few days before she stopped going altogether. After spending a few hours in the studio, her spirits lifted considerably. By the time she returned to the villa, it was already ten o'clock at night. She deliberately stayed out late, avoiding the thought of Melissa marrying Alexander, which only made her more anxious about facing Melissa. After taking a show

