CHAPTER 16

Sophie

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The sun had begun its descent, its orange hue casting shades on the art pieces in the studio through the big windows.

After work, I decided to focus on a personal project.but took a break because I was tired. I brought out a medium-sized pack of chips and began to munch on it. I was advised to stay away from junk food, but with my strong cravings, I just couldn’t resist it.

The door opened, and as I turned, my eyes fell on Alex. His tall frame walked in, clad in army green short-sleeve knitwear and black trousers. His presence filled the room with a warmth that always made my heart flutter.

Hiding my admiration beneath a frown, I dropped the pack of chips and rose to my feet. “What are you doing here?”

He dipped his hands in his pockets and began to pace around the studio. He picked up a small white ceramic vase from the top of the cabinet, close to the windows. “Do you remember this vase?”

I rolled my eyes at his question. He obviously knew that I remembered the v