The situation was repulsive.

Overwhelmed, Alexis rushed to the bathroom and leaned against the wall, expelling the juice she had consumed. She didn't recover until her stomach was empty.

Darwin came up behind her, offering a tissue.

"Six months into my marriage with Serenity, I briefly harbored affection for her and aspired to build a happy life together. But ultimately, I drove my mother to her demise. Alexis, can you empathize with what I'm going through?"

Alexis dabbed her lips and pivoted slowly to face Darwin.