This was such a heartbreaking and powerful story. The way you described John's life—going from privilege and luxury to regret and tragedy—really hit hard. The turning point when he discovers Vanessa’s betrayal and how everything unravels from there was intense. You did a great job showing how quickly things can spiral out of control and how one moment can change everything. The loss of his parents while he's in prison adds even more weight to his sense of despair. It’s a very emotional read, and you captured the pain and regret so well.