In the weeks following the tumultuous events surrounding Rose's death, a noticeable calm settled over the De Vera mansion. The legal aftermath, however, carried its own share of surprises and consequences.
Rihanna, in her attempt to shield Caleb from the repercussions of their coerced actions, found herself handed a severe 50-year prison sentence. The legal proceedings were less than thorough, and Rihanna's well-intentioned but misguided confession ultimately worked against her.
As the trial concluded and the legal system rendered its judgment, the mansion adjusted to a new normal. Caleb, on the surface, maintained a semblance of regularity. Excelling in exams and spending time with Mei and Fatty in their haven, the forest of lone wolves, he appeared unaffected by the recent turmoil.
