---- Chapter 8 Soon, the public began boycotting everything related to Inman Group. This caused its stock prices to go into a steep, continuous decline. The company's capital chain was on the verge of collapse. Everyone now knew that the grand, showy romance Erica had once paraded to the world was nothing but a smokescreen to cover up her feelings for another man. Inno time, Inman Group was crumbling. Its stocks hit rock bottom, and bankruptcy was imminent. With no options left, the shareholders voted unanimously to remove Erica from her position as CEO. Only then did the chaos begin to settle. But Jace wasn't so lucky. His old suicide video was dissected frame by frame. It became painfully clear that he was an excellent swimmer. Even if no one came to his rescue, he could've stayed afloat without effort. Only when Dad jumped in to save Jace did he suddenly ---- pretend to panic. He ripped off Dad's life jacket and shoved it far away. Then, he repeatedly forced Dad's head underwater. Someone even managed to dig up Jace's obscure alternate X account. "That bastard is always hovering around me. I wish he would die already!" "I figured out a way to kill someone without the consequences. I'll just make it look like he died while saving me." "T'll be 'committing suicide' tomorrow. Wait for my good news." Evidence after evidence piled up to prove that Jace had deliberately committed murder. Under massive public pressure, the police officially reopened the case. A full-scale investigation quickly followed, and Jace eventually cracked under the weight of guilt and scrutiny. He confessed to everything-he had caused my ---- father's death on purpose. Jace was thus sentenced to 35 years in prison. When I saw those headlines, I thought I'd feel triumphant. After all, Erica and Jace had betrayed and very nearly destroyed me. But strangely, I felt nothing at all. It was as if the moment I faked my death and left everything behind, the person I used to be had died for real. I shut off my phone and turned back to reviewing the materials for my class the next day. It wasn't until midnight that I finally turned off the lights and drifted into a deep sleep. One year later, I opened a little cafe of my own in Isoria. Sometimes, I invited friends from the neighborhood to try my Crevon dishes. I even adopted a goofy husky. My days were purposeful and peaceful. This was exactly the life that Ihad always wanted. Title: ReelTalk EP8- From Hinge to Unhinged Join host Rachel Bencosme as she delves into Sarah's dating escapades in the latest episode of ReelTalk. This installment explores the turbulent realm of dating apps and much more. In this captivating episode, Sarah navigates the highs and lows of modern romance, shedding light on the complexities of virtual connections. Rachel's probing questions reveal the raw emotions behind Sarah's quest for love in a digital age. ReelTalk EP8 stands out for its candid portrayal of the challenges faced by today's singles, offering a glimpse into the rollercoaster ride of online dating. Dive into this riveting narrative and witness Sarah's journey unfold on CrushReel. Experience the unfiltered emotions and relatable experiences that make ReelTalk EP8 a must-read for fans of romance. Available to read online at CrushReel, this episode promises a captivating exploration of love in the digital era.