CHAPTER 12

Chrisnah's Point of View

The atmosphere was thick with tension, almost palpable. Zoey’s eyes were locked on the tattered remains of my nightgown, which had once been a symbol of Zoelle’s hard work and creativity. Now, it lay in shreds, a cruel reminder of someone’s malicious intent.

"What now? What are you going to wear later?" Zoey's voice wavered with concern, cutting through the silence like a knife. I couldn’t bring myself to answer. Instead, I stared blankly at the ruined fabric, feeling a mix of anger and helplessness bubbling inside me.

Hours had ticked by since we discovered the damage, but Zoelle’s distress hadn’t faded. It was her first real heartbreak over one of her creations. The nightgown wasn’t just a piece of clothing; it was a labor of love, and now it was nothing more than a pile of ruined fabric.