“Tabitha, you made the mistake of thinking a sick man was a weak man—and you were very wrong.”

I felt a surge of pride as my father’s voice kept echoing through the office.

“This isn’t revenge. It’s simply a consequence of your own actions.”

“I want my daughter to see that kindness is not a weakness, and that ambitious people often devour themselves.”

When the video ended, Tabitha’s makeup was ruined by tears, her breathing ragged with fear.

“The prosecutor’s office has been notified,” Penelope stated calmly, “and there’s also an investigation into your real identity, Tabitha.”

Two police officers appeared at the door and called out for the woman known as Tabitha Graves.