Chapter 7

Domestic fans mused that I bore a striking resemblance to Melody, the once-sensational young singer. Whether it was my enunciation, breathing techniques, or the way I transitioned between high and low notes, everything seemed identical to Melody's style.

My old news of attempted suicide resurfaced, trending once again. The truth behind my departure from the music scene years ago due to poisonous gas inhalation and subsequent loss of voice began to emerge.

Carter, now at the center of controversy, didn't hide. Instead, he chose to draw attention by throwing money around in downtown New York City.

"Who can help me contact that overseas singer? I'll give them all my money! Can you help me find her? She must be my Melody! My Melody isn't dead! She wouldn't abandon me! She is my Melody! Won't you help me reach out to her?"

Day after day, Carter tossed money from the rooftop of a skyscraper. Internet sleuths began digging into my personal information relentlessly.