Elara Evans slowly opened her eyes and was greeted by an unfamiliar white ceiling. Her head was groggy and memories came flooding back like a tide, instantly plunging her heart into the abyss.

　　She remembered that not long ago, her most trusted boyfriend, Alex Parker, and her best friend, Kelly Johnson, had joined forces to push her to the brink of death. Their betrayal was like a sharp blade, stabbing deep into her heart.

　　Elara struggled to sit up and looked around. It was a simple room with only a bed, a wardrobe, and a window. She didn't know where she was or how to escape. Fear and despair spread within her, but soon, a strong anger welled up.

　　"Alex, Kelly, how could you do this to me?" Elara gritted her teeth, filled with resentment. "I will make you pay for what you've done."

　　She began to recall what had happened. That day, Alex had asked her to meet at a secluded park, saying he had something important to tell her. She had gone there full of joy, only to find that it was a nightmare waiting for her. Kelly was also there. The two of them confronted her together, saying that they had been together for a long time and planned to take everything from her. She couldn't believe her ears and tried to question them, but was knocked unconscious by them.

　　When she woke up again, she found herself locked in this unfamiliar place. She didn't know their purpose, but she knew she couldn't just sit and wait. She had to find a way to escape and then take revenge on them.

　　Elara got up and walked to the window, trying to open it. But the window was locked tight and she couldn't open it. She then tried to open the door, but it was also locked. She felt desperate, but she didn't give up. She started looking for tools that could be used to escape in the room.

　　Just as she was searching everywhere, she heard footsteps coming from outside the door. Her heart immediately jumped into her throat. She didn't know who was coming or what they would do to her. She nervously hid behind the wardrobe, waiting for the person outside to come in.

　　The door opened and a strange man walked in. He looked very fierce and was holding a gun. Elara was so scared that she didn't dare to move. She didn't know who this man was or why he was here.

　　"Who are you? Why are you here?" the man asked in a cold voice.

　　Elara trembled and replied, "I... I don't know. I woke up here. Who are you? Why did you lock me up here?"

　　The man didn't answer her question. Instead, he walked to the bed and picked up a backpack. He opened the backpack and took out some documents and photos. Elara secretly watched him, filled with confusion. What were these documents and photos? What did they have to do with her?

　　After the man finished looking at the documents and photos, he turned around and looked at Elara. His eyes were filled with complex emotions, including anger, sympathy, and a hint of hesitation.

　　"Your name is Elara Evans, right?" the man asked.

　　Elara nodded, filled with vigilance. "How do you know my name? Who are you exactly?"

　　The man was silent for a while and then said slowly, "I am a private detective. Someone hired me to investigate you."

　　Elara's eyes widened in surprise. "Investigate me? Why? Who hired you?"

　　The man didn't answer her question but continued, "I found out some things about you, things you might not know."

　　Elara's heart sank suddenly. "What things?"

　　The man took out a photo and handed it to Elara. The photo showed Alex and Kelly together, looking very close. Elara's eyes immediately turned red and her heart was filled with pain and anger.

　　"They betrayed you, right?" the man asked.

　　Elara nodded, tears streaming down her cheeks. "Why did they do this to me? I was so good to them."

　　The man sighed and said, "People's hearts are complex. Sometimes people will do some unforgivable things for their own interests. You can't let them get away with it. You must seek justice for yourself."

　　Elara wiped away her tears and said firmly, "I will definitely make them pay."

　　The man nodded and said, "I can help you. But you must listen to me and act according to my plan."

　　Elara hesitated for a moment and then nodded. She knew she had no other choice now but to trust this strange man.

　　"First, we need to find a way to leave here." The man said. "Did you find any tools that can be used to escape?"

　　Elara shook her head and said, "I've looked everywhere. I didn't find anything."

　　The man frowned and then walked to the window and carefully observed the lock on the window. "This lock looks very strong, but we can try to pry it open with something."

　　He looked around and found a wire hanger. He straightened the hanger and tried to pry open the window lock with it. After some effort, the lock was finally pried open.

　　The man opened the window and looked outside. There was an alley outside and no one was there. He turned to look at Elara and said, "Let's go."

　　Elara nodded and followed the man out of the window. They walked along the alley for a while and then came to a bustling street. Elara felt lost. She didn't know where to go or what to do.

　　The man could see her confusion and said, "Let's find a place to hide first and then think of a revenge plan."

　　They found a small hotel and rented a room. The man told Elara to rest first and then he went to buy some food and water. Elara lay on the bed, filled with complex emotions. She was grateful to this strange man for helping her escape, but she didn't know if she could trust him. She decided to observe him first and then decide whether to trust him completely.

　　When the man came back, he brought some food and water for Elara. While eating, they discussed the revenge plan.

　　"First, we need to find out Alex and Kelly's whereabouts." The man said. "I will use my network to find out their news. You also need to try to recall some useful clues, such as places they might go or their weaknesses."

　　Elara nodded and said, "I will do my best."

　　"Also, we need to be careful." The man said. "Alex and Kelly may have already noticed that you've escaped. They will send people to look for you. We can't let them find our whereabouts."

　　Elara's heart tightened. She knew she was in a very dangerous situation now. But she didn't back down. Her heart was filled with the fire of revenge.

　　"I'm not afraid." Elara said firmly. "I will definitely make them pay the price."

　　The man looked at Elara, and there was a hint of admiration in his eyes. "Good. Working together, we will definitely make them get what they deserve."