She thought if she stayed in the car, maybe she’d be safe.

But of course someone had to show up. Of course it had to be someone from before.

Kate’s words might’ve trailed off… but her face said it all.

Ellie wasn’t “Ellie” anymore. She was something else.

And even though Alex stepped in, the damage was already done.

This wasn’t just weight. This was exposure. Humiliation.

And all she could do was sit there and cry.