Chapter 204
Author: Gem Lynne
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The revelation left the partygoers stunned, their celebration tainted by an unexpected turn of events. As Rhino was escorted away, Abigail and Karla exchanged bewildered glances.

Astonished, Laila clung to Ma'am Luna, who stood in a state of shock. Laila whispered urgently, "Mother, Rhino has just been arrested."

"I... I can see that. Stay calm," Ma'am Luna ordered, attempting to maintain composure. Zinnia, sensing the tension, walked up to them.

“What's going on, Mother?” Zinnia asked, scanning the room. “Why does everyone look terrified and…”

“Rhino has been arrested,” Laila disclosed.

“Rhino?”

“The man from earlier. The one we saw in a mask,” Laila clarified.

“What? How? I thought you guys said he was going to leave unnoticed?”

“Well, the police just took him away,” Ma'am Luna admitted, struggling to mask her concern.

“Mother, what if Rhino gets pressured and exposes us? We can't spend our lives in jail,” Laila fretted.

“Pull yourself together, Laila. People might notice you,”
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