Yet, the problems they faced were far from over, and worse, they had no solid explanation prepared for what was to come. If things continued like this, all the blame would inevitably fall on two people: Greg and Addison. But more than Greg, it would be Addison who bore the weight of suspicion.
After all, Greg's actions could be framed as a misguided but loyal attempt to protect the royal princess and her unborn child. Even if he took things too far, it could be spun as an act of vengeance or overzealous protection. In contrast, Addison had no such shield. Her actions—or rather, the twisted narrative surrounding them—offered no justification, no pardon. And without proof to defend her, she would be the one to suffer most under the weight of the accusations.
