#Chapter 189: Casual Leaks

I spent the day walking with Olive around the city. I figured she’d enjoy seeing some sights after being cooped up in our little apartment most days. It was nothing like the spacious home and large, open backyard she had with her mom. I also longed for a few moments of peace, and feeding bread to the ducks with her seemed to accomplish exactly that. After a quick meal and another long walk, we returned home with her ready to retreat to my room for a nap. As I sank into the worn-out sofa, half-asleep, I picked up the remote control and turned on the television as some background noise. The news anchor's voice filled the room, and my attention was instantly drawn to the screen. The headline flashed in bold letters: "Affair Scandal Rocks Prominent Family." I squinted at the television, my heart pounding with trepidation. Stella’s face appeared on the screen. She was seated in an elegant living room, her tearful eyes staring directly into the camera. "What on earth?" I muttered to mys