Chapter 80

Lyra had retreated into hiding ever since the unfortunate incident that occurred during the wedding ceremony. All efforts to locate her have proven fruitless, leaving everyone concerned for her well-being and hoping that she remains safe and in good health wherever she may be.

The sudden disappearance weighed heavily on Alonso, as he harbored genuine concern for Lyra's welfare. He yearned for reassurance, longing to know that she was doing well in her chosen refuge.

Although he hoped for her safety, he longed to see her so that he can question her and know the reason why she had lied to him and why she also didn't go through with what she had planned with James and Philip.

While James and Philip still felt the lingering impact of the distressing event, their individual circumstances were distinctly challenging. Philip not only suffered the loss of his reputation and any opportunity to assume control of the company, which had slipped from his grasp and into Alonso's hands, but James a