Ethan's cold gaze lingered on Grace for three seconds.
During those seconds, Grace felt as if Death itself was staring at her. When Ethan finally looked away, she let out a heavy sigh of relief, realizing she was drenched in sweat.
Ethan gently raised Sophia up, asking with concern, "Are you okay?"
Seeing her beloved arrive, Sophia's last bit of stubbornness melted into overwhelming grievance, crying in Ethan's embrace. She whimpered, "Ethan, I didn't... I really didn't cheat! They're framing me! You have to believe me..."
Ethan gently stroked her hair, his eyes full of heartache. "I believe you. I've always believed you!"
Poor Sophia had endured slander and abuse during the toughest five years, making her spirit fragile. Any slight action could touch her sensitive nerves.
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