At his father’s funeral, Ryan was consumed with grief—until his dog, Bella, ran into the church and barked frantically at the casket.

Alarmed, Ryan demanded it be opened. To everyone’s shock, it was empty. His mother fainted, and Ryan rushed her to the hospital.

Suspicious, Ryan contacted police and began digging. He found the coroner had abruptly resigned and his father’s records had vanished. At his father’s office,

emails were wiped and prized figurines were missing. A lawyer revealed financial troubles and hinted at an affair with Arnold’s secretary, Miss Pearson.

Ryan discovered a life insurance policy naming Miss Pearson as the sole beneficiary. Police attempted to stop her at the airport,

but she had already fled.

Believing his father was alive, Ryan staged an auction featuring a rare figurine Arnold loved. His plan worked—Arnold appeared

and bid $1 million. Police arrested him on the spot. He confessed to faking his death to escape debts and elope with Miss Pearson.

Heartbroken, Ryan confronted his father, reminding him of the integrity he once preached. As Arnold was led away, Ryan hoped

justice would soon find Miss Pearson too. Bella, ever loyal, had sensed the truth all along.