His plan had failed
Bill stood in shock. “But how?” The flood of emotions left him in a state of uncertainty. Strangely, a sense of relief washed over him. Perhaps he wasn’t ready to acknowledge it, but one can’t easily cast aside someone they’ve loved for so long. Yet, in the same breath, his meticulously crafted plan crumbled. In the wake of Monica’s unexpected presence, the prospect of inheriting her wealth seemed an unattainable dream, leaving Bill to grapple with the complex mix of emotions that swirled within him.