Huxley

Disbelief and a cold fear gripped Rena. "He's fled? But how could he betray us like this?" she stammered, the reality of their plight settling in.

"Yes, he's vanished. I went to Mr. Hamel's estate, but it's deserted. Rumors are rife that he's fled the country," Emily confirmed, the disappointment unmistakable in her tone.

Tears welled up in Rena's eyes as she fought to stay composed. "He's taken so much from Cloud Group's capital," she murmured, her voice faltering with emotion.

"I never thought Mr. Hamel would turn out to be such a deceiver," Emily said, echoing Rena's sense of betrayal.

"We must act," Emily urged. "Perhaps it's time to consider reaching out to the Miranda family, maybe even the Frederico family for assistance."

Rena's heart was torn, knowing too well the personal complexities involved. "But the Miranda family... I know Miranda is actually David's girlfriend. I can't bear the thought of asking them for help," she thought, the embarrassment clear in her mind.

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