The news of Mr. Lee's death quickly spread like wildfire, capturing the attention of the media and social media platforms worldwide. The paparazzi seized the opportunity to broadcast the details, revealing that Mr. Lee had been killed by Elaine in an act of self-defense while he attempted to sexually assault her. The court had deemed her actions justified, ruling her innocent of murder.
Elaine felt a sense of relief, finally free from the burden of guilt. However, the shocking news left her loved ones, including her father, stepmother, Sarah, and Mr. Andrew, utterly astounded. The constant barrage of calls and messages became overwhelming, forcing Elaine to switch off her phone at times to escape the headache of explaining the situation repeatedly.
