---- Bella stared at the scene in shock and slowly let go of Jessica's hand. "Didn't you say Kayla was always bullying you?" she asked in disbelief. "I gave up a 20-year friendship for you, and this is what you've been hiding?" Mom and Dad stepped down from the stage, staring at her coldly. "We treated you well," Dad said grimly. "Why would you do this?" He then took a deep breath and addressed the crowd." I apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you for coming today. You may leave now." Jessica collapsed to the floor, overwhelmed by the whispers and judgmental gazes surrounding her. However, she still refused to back down. "Tt wasn't me! I didn't do it! Dad, Mom, you know what kind of person I am. How could I possibly have done something like this? I've been framed, I swear... " she said, sobbing uncontrollably. ---- Mom hesitated for a moment and tugged at Dad's sleeve. "Jessica has been well-behaved and gentle ever since Samuel brought her home three years ago. Maybe this is all just a misunderstanding," she said softly. Dad's expression darkened. He kicked over a chair and declared firmly, "Fine! We'll take everything toa professional and see if those photos and messages are real. Give me your phone-I'll have someone recover the chats and find out the truth!"