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Her own father, the man she had loved first and foremost, who had once opened her eyes to the wonders of the world, had played a sinister role in her life. Not only had he coerced Damon into marrying her, but he had also concealed the dark secret that her beloved husband was a murderer. The weight of these revelations crashed upon Riya like a relentless storm, leaving her mind in a tumultuous whirlwind of emotions.

The mere mention of Damon's name now carried a sinister undertone. He was her love, her husband, and yet the label of "murderer" haunted her every thought. Confusion and disbelief swirled in her mind, as she struggled to reconcile the image of the man she adored with the horrifying truth he had concealed.

Despite knowing Damon's true feelings for Kylie, Asher remained silent when he discovered that Damon had chosen to marry Riya instead. His silence cut deep, leaving Riya grappling with a sense of betrayal from someone she had considered a confidant.

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