Chapter Thirty-Four
As Lisa wiped away her tears, she couldn't help but reflect on the tangled mess of emotions and relationships that had spun out of control. She had been caught between her loyalty to Thelma and her promise to Brian, and now, both relationships seemed to be hanging by a thread. Brian is her brother, and Thelma is a very important friend.
The mansion's grandeur, which had once felt like a sanctuary, now felt suffocating. Lisa needed her head, to find solace amidst the turmoil. She got up and walked out onto the mansion's vast balcony, where she could take in the view of the sprawling gardens and the distant cityscape.
The evening breeze was gentle, and the soothing rustle of leaves provided a momentary distraction from the chaos within. Leaning against the ornate rai
