Eric's POV

As the golden rays of the sun painted the sky, a new week unfolded before me, yet my heart still carried the weight of my recent breakdown. Stephen and Max, my steadfast pillars of support, had gone above and beyond to lift my spirits. However, despite their unwavering efforts, my mind incessantly gravitated back to my father.

I had yearned for a better relationship, a chance to rebuild and leave the past behind. But it seemed that fate had other plans in store for ...