The revelation of Jay and Erica's secret marriage hit Mr. and Mrs. Evans like a thunderbolt, sparking a tempest of anger and disbelief within the confines of their opulent home. Their expressions contorted with fury as the news settled in, and the air crackled with tension as they exchanged incredulous glances. "What do you mean they're already married?" Mrs. Evans exclaimed, her voice rising with each word. "Without our knowledge? Without our consent?" Mr. Evans' jaw clenched tightly as he struggled to contain his anger. "I can't believe Jay would be so reckless," he muttered through gritted teeth. "To think that he would betray our trust like this..." Their frustration simmered just beneath the surface, threatening to boil over at any moment. For years, they had meticulously planned f

