CHAPTER IV: Echoes of Regret

Months had passed since Drew made the fateful decision to accept the illegal project. The once-promising venture had transformed his life in ways he had not anticipated, and the toll on his principles and the foundation of his marriage with Jette became painfully evident.

The luxurious trappings of wealth surrounded Drew as he found himself in a lavish penthouse, a stark contrast to the modest life he and Jette had once cherished. The rooms echoed with emptiness, mirroring the void left by Jette's absence.

Regret gnawed at Drew's conscience like a relentless force, and the echoes of his compromised principles reverberated through the opulent surroundings. The wealth he had amassed seemed hollow, a haunting reminder of the sacrifices made for a mirage of success.

One evening, as the city lights shimmered in the distance, Drew sank into a plush chair, the weight of his choices pressing heavily on his shoulders. The walls seemed to close in, and the silence of the extravagant penthouse