Forced to sign an IOU and work off his debt at the venue, Brent faced regular beatings if his performance fell short.

Enduring nearly three years of inhumane treatment, Brent seized an opportunity to escape when the boss let his guard down.

After his escape, Brent found employment on a fishing boat, where he toiled for a year before returning to homeland.

Initially intending to seek assistance from his mother, Brent was devastated to discover she had passed away, leaving him with no support. Furthermore, his only niece was nowhere to be found, Leaving Brent to navigate his tumultuous circumstances alone.

Not daring to linger in the village due to his previous wrongdoings, Brent sought refuge in Ardlens, disguising himself by neglecting personal hygiene and adopting a beggar's guise.

It was at the entrance of a hotel that Brent unexpectedly caught sight of his long-lost niece, Raegan.

Assessing Raegan's and Stefan's attire and demeanor, it was evident they belonged to the affluent class.

Rubbing his maimed palms together, Brent felt a surge of hope, believing he might finally obtain some financial assistance.

However, his hopes were dashed as he was promptly halted at the entrance.

Despite his fervent pleas, the security guard remained resolute, refusing to grant Brent entry. "Sir, please refrain from causing further disruption. Neither your name nor that of your niece is on our guest list."

Brent had provided the name Raegan Hayes, oblivious to the fact that Raegan had recently changed her surname to Foster.

Reacting with aggression at the entrance, Brent was promptly escorted to the roadside by the security guard, who issued a stern warning of police involvement should he attempt to return.

At that precise moment, Raegan's clarification press conference was being broadcast on TV.

Raegan introduced herself as the head of Crescent Studio, identifying herself as Raegan Foster.

Observing this, Brent muttered curses at the roadside, “Damn it! The bitch becomes wealthy and forsakes me, even going as far as changing her surname!"

Ranting fervently by the roadside, he awaited Raegan's emergence.

Right then, a gleaming silver luxury car was stationed nearby. Katie was here to observe Raegan's embarrassment caused by her arrangement.

Eavesdropping on Brent's utterances, Katie grasped he appeared to have a connection to Raegan. However, it was evident he harbored nefarious intentions.

With a subtle smirk, Katie directed Abel, “Assist him in entering."

During the press conference at the hotel, the inquiries posed by journalists were notably incisive.