With her own concerns in mind, Maggie suppressed her sadness, determination shining in her eyes.

After work, she didn't take up her part-time job at the tavern.

Instead, she purchased a mini camera with recording functions and returned to her rented house.

A single photo wouldn't suffice as proof. She needed more evidence.

She also wanted to see what her boyfriend, Lloyd Loftus, had been up to with Yana.

She placed the camera in a potted plant and glanced around the two-bedroom apartment. Her nose twitched once more.

This was the cozy Little sanctuary she had created for herself. She had been waiting to become his bride, but she never expected...

Slowly sinking into the sofa, she held a pillow, lost in her thoughts.

Lloyd and she were from neighboring villages. He was two years older than her. They had attended the same schools from primary school to high school.

Ever since they became a couple, she had been wholly committed to him.

He said he wanted to start a business but was short on capital.

Trusting in his integrity, she gave him all her savings from several years without hesitation.

She didn't purchase new clothes or cosmetics. She never participated in any leisure activities. She treated herself like a beggar but treated him like royalty.

In the past year, she had paid the rent for their home and covered his clothing, food, and transportation expenses.

She had given him her all. Wouldn't his conscience ache when he betrayed her Like this?

At that moment, a glimmer of hope still lingered in her heart.

She wished that everything was just a misunderstanding and Lloyd hadn't betrayed her.

Maggie sat there for a long time until the door opened, and Lloyd returned.

“Maggie? Why are you home so early?"

Lloyd removed his tie, slipped into his house shoes, and reeked of alcohol.

Maggie stared at him and replied, “I wasn't feeling well. I asked for leave."

“Are you unwell? What's the matter? Do you have a fever?" Lloyd sat down beside her and reached for her forehead.