-New Beginning?-

Verena remained confined to her room, just as instructed, but her mind was in a state of turmoil. The feeling of helplessness gnawed at her, and she was on the verge of a breakdown.

Amidst her distress, Juliette's reassuring voice over the phone provided a flicker of courage. Verena was happy that she called her, yet she clung to the hope that somehow she could reverse this situation. 

If only she could undo the damage caused by that viral video, perhaps she could regain control over her life and emotions.

There was no doubt in her mind that Ariana was the mastermind behind this trail. A surge of anger coursed through her veins. 

Once this issue at home was resolved, she vowed to confront Ariana and make her pay for the pain she had caused.

Every passing second felt like an eternity, each moment an examination of her endurance.