David returned to his office and smoked three cigarettes before finally dialing Winnie's number.

"The lawyers contacted me, and I also spoke with Alan. He's decided to let you go. But let me ask you, were you and your boyfriend photographed?" he asked tentatively.

Winnie had seen the trending news, but she wasn't panicked. In fact, she responded with a hint of sarcasm, "I'm not sure."

Her tone carried a sense of composure, as if she were waiting to see how the situation ...