"Look at these carefully," she urged. "These are the original photographs, and they show what actually happened."
Mia took the phone and examined the images one by one.
Unlike the photographs she had received earlier, these were much clearer. The surrounding details were more visible, and the sequence of events was easier to understand.
It became apparent that Selena had repeatedly rejected Jasmine's advances and had even ordered her to leave on several occasions.
Rather than welcoming Jasmine's attention, Selena had consistently tried to distance herself from the woman.
The difference between the original images and the ones Mia had received was striking.
Someone had clearly selected particular moments, altered the context, or deliberately omitted crucial details to make Selena appear guilty.
Mia's anger began to subside, replaced by relief and lingering suspicion.
