As Michael was led away, the reality of his fallen status sank in. The mall, once a place of leisure and luxury, had become the stage for his very public downfall. And with every step he took, the whispers of those around him seemed to grow louder, echoing the truth he could no longer deny.

The moment was transformative for Anna. She realized her strength, even amidst chaos, and understood that her father’s watchful presence was more than a deterrent for Michael—it was a reminder of her own resilience and the new future awaiting her and her child.