Serena took a deep breath as she stood before the packed conference room, her gaze sweeping over the journalists, reporters, and flashing cameras.

The tension in the air was suffocating, but she refused to let it shake her. She had been through enough, and today, she was taking control of her own narrative.

She stepped up to the podium, adjusting the microphone slightly before she spoke.

“Good afternoon, everyone. I want to start by thanking you all for coming.” Her voice was firm, ...