Jarrod's gaze lingered on her briefly before he responded calmly, "I'm fine."

"I'm sorry. I didn't know Nicole was going through such a distressing situation. When I saw her attacking you, I acted impulsively. Should I apologize to her?"

Jamie cast her eyes down, adopting a submissive demeanor.

The stark whiteness of Jamie's wedding dress seemed glaring to Jarrod.

He said softly, "No, I have treated you badly today. I promise to make it up to you later. Please, go back first."

Jamie, feeling a sting of resentment, realized Jarrod was Likely planning to spend time with Nicole.

However, she noticed a softening in Jarrod's tone.

"Alright, I'll leave first. Take care," Jamie replied gently, masking her true feelings.

As Jamie walked away, Jarrod's thoughts lingered on Nicole, wishing for a semblance of peace with her.

After Jamie turned the corner, her expression changed. She recalled overhearing Jarrod mention the critical state of Nicole's mother.

Two tragedies in one day? Jamie decided this news needed to reach Nicole.

She made a call, instructing, "Find out where Nicole's mother is and her condition."

Raegan, confined in the villa, relied on television for news.

Bored, she flipped through channels, stopping abruptly at a news report.

“Local businessman Wesson Lawrence died today in a fall..."

Her mind reeled. Nicole's father had committed suicide?

Panicked, Raegan rushed to the gate, ignoring her bare feet. The gate was locked, the guards unyielding.

"Let me out!" Raegan screamed, but the guards stood firm.

Then, a loud bang echoed.

The guards spun around in alarm.