Chapter 64

Third-Person POV

The breakfast tray sat untouched on Rose’s nightstand, fresh fruit and pastries growing stale in the morning air. She hadn’t moved from the edge of her bed for nearly an hour, eyes fixed on the television screen where her life was unraveling in high definition.

“Fashion designer Rose Lewis faces new allegations today,” the entertainment reporter said, her expression a mask of professional concern that barely concealed her delight in the scandal. “Former associates have come forward with evidence that Lewis engaged in multiple affairs during her European apprenticeship, including relationships with married industry leaders who later promoted her work.”

Rose’s fingers dug into her silk comforter until her knuckles turned white. This wasn’t happening. Not now. Not when everything was finally coming together.

The reporter continued, her voice dripping with false sympathy. “Most damaging are claims from British fashion executive Jonathan Ha