Chapter 25

Two years passed in a blur, but Gigi showed up like clockwork every week to see Rylan. Just like every other visit, she sat quietly next to him. The sunlight spilled across her face, highlighting the quiet strength she had grown into. She started, "Catherine was sentenced to life, Rylan. She is never getting out." Her voice was calm and steady, her eyes now free of the anger and fear that once lived there. "All those art awards she stole from me have finally been returned to my name. I've been pouring my heart into painting these past two years. I held a few exhibitions and got a lot of recognition for my work." She paused for a moment, then added, "I'm also marrying Wesley. He's treated me well. Over the past two years, he's been there for me through everything, giving me love and support." Gigi's gaze softened, her thoughts wandering down memory lane. "Back when I was living at the Hart residence, I got pushed around a lot. You were the only one who would be a little nice to me