On the day of the accident
As Carter prepared to leave the event, Mr. Lewis, one of the largest shareholders in the company, called out to him. "Where are you going, Carter? Are you heading home right away?" he asked before Carter could finally make his exit.
Mr. Lewis had organized the event, one that Carter wouldn't have attended if not for Dahlia's insistence. She understood its importance when she overheard Mr. Lewis invited Carter to the office the previous day.
Adjusting his coat, Carter nodded. "I'm sorry, Mr. Lewis, but I need to pick up my fiancée. She's alone, and I can't leave her for another hour because of her condition. I hope you understand."
Mr. Lewis took a sip of his wine, his eyes fixed intently on Carter. "I really thought you wanted this event to happen. It's meant
