CHAPTER 134

The moon hung high in the sky, casting a cold, silver light over the city. Jessica stood on the rooftop of the Aton Empire building, her eyes fixed on the skyline. The events of the past weeks had taken their toll on her, leaving her feeling more lost than she had ever been. The truth about her father, Andrew Lane, weighed heavily on her heart. She used to believe in his strength and his vision, but now all she could see was the darkness that surrounded him.

Footsteps echoed behind her, and she didn't need to turn around to know it was Phillip. He had a way of finding her when she needed him most, always showing up at the right time. His presence was steady, a calm in the storm of chaos that had become her life.

"You can't keep doing this," Phillip said, his voice gentle but firm. "You can't keep carrying this burden alone."

Jessica turned to face him, her expression conflicted. "What choice do I have? My father is the reason for all of this mess. Everything he touches turns into a di