Synopsis

The meal began with an oblivious cheer, a celebration of years shared. Yet beneath the surface of merriment, a different kind of struggle was unfolding. He sat across from her, a smile carefully plastered on his face, while a silent battle raged within. Unbeknownst to the others, he was grappling with a withdrawal, a hidden pain masked by forced gaiety. Mackenzie and Richie exchanged glances, a subtle shift in their expressions betraying a growing unease. The news, like a ripple in a pond, began