Tyler’s confidence disappeared the moment the truth came out. His smug smile faded as he realized everyone was paying close attention.

He admitted the loan had only been meant as a temporary solution. Then he begged me not to demand immediate repayment.

Tyler confessed that the mansion, luxury cars, and expensive lifestyle everyone admired had been built on borrowed money. Very little was actually his.

Carolina tried to laugh off the situation, but the room stayed silent. For the first time, everyone saw the difference between appearing wealthy and being financially secure-