Chapter 87

"Esther's dead," the voice on the other end solemnly pronounced, catching Roman off guard with the sudden and unwelcome news. The weight of the revelation lingered heavily in the air.

"Is there something I can help you with?" the man inquired, sensing Roman's hesitancy from the other end.

Roman, still processing the shock, replied curtly, "No."

"Accept my condolences," he offered, his words carry