Shattered Illusions: Love, Lies, and Redemption

"Tim? What brings you here?"

Lizetta was taken aback to see Tim standing at her hospital bedside, her eyes wide with surprise.

Navigating the curious gazes of the room's other occupants, Tim offered Lizetta a warm, reassuring smile. "I heard you were admitted, so I thought I'd drop by to see how you're doing. Everything okay?"

His concern was palpable as he made his way to the side of her bed. Of all the friends from their circle, Tim had always been the kindest to Lizetta, offering his help on multiple occasions. Feeling a sense of gratitude towards Tim, Lizetta realized he must have been visiting someone else, likely sent by Remington, but she didn't let her annoyance show.

"Thanks for coming, Tim. Please, have a seat."

"Liz, who's this?" Nelson eyed Tim curiously.

pulled up a chair and settled down beside Hogan, who

a look, and if you like it, we can lock it down

Bernice Madden, Hogan arrived. Concerned about her future plans, Hogan suggested that once Lizetta was well, she should continue with her earlier plans to study abroad as soon as possible. He mentioned a female friend

for you,"

of the villa on Hogan's phone, she was impressed. "The

arrangement

It might be better not to

right. Plus, you're still recovering. No need to rush the study abroad plans. Have you thought about visiting Tranquil Meadows? Grandpa says it's the

overhearing this, eagerly grabbed Lizetta's hand. "Back to Tranquil