Chapter 186. Family Picnic (1)

As Alana sat in her bedroom, her eyes fixated on the collection of pictures arranged neatly on the bed. Each photo held a glimpse into the life of a woman who bore an uncanny resemblance to someone she knew, Erin. Alana's heart raced as she couldn't help but wonder about the connection between the woman and the two people she held dear—Ricardo and Erin.

“This can't be…how?” The lady looked exactly like Erin, she met her a few times before her wedding. Although, the lady in the picture had different eyes and hair color.

Lost in her thoughts, Alana barely noticed as Ricardo entered the room, his presence interrupting her contemplation. Startled, she quickly hid the photographs, her heart pounding with anxiety. Ricardo, perceptive as ever, couldn't help but notice the flicker of surprise on Alana's face. Concern etched his features as he approached her cautiously, his eyes searching for any signs of distress.

“Is everything okay, sweetheart?” Ricardo's voice was gentl