The name hit Robert like a physical blow to the chest. Realization and sheer horror washed over his features in a rapid succession of shock. Elena was the love of his life—the woman who had vanished without a trace twenty-one years ago after his ruthless family forced them apart. A wide, low-angle camera shot captured the devastating climax as Robert’s knees buckled under the unbearable weight of the truth. He collapsed onto the hard stone floor of the terrace, letting out a gut-wrenching cry. Oh my god! a female guest shrieked as the waiter accidentally dropped the silver tray in the commotion. The heavy metal tray slammed onto the stone planks with a loud, ringing crash, sending champagne glasses shattering in every direction. The high-society crowd gasped collectively, standing up from their seats in sheer astonishment as the groom wept uncontrollably on his hands and knees before a hired staff member.