Reflections and relief

After leaving Caleb's office, Melanie pulls out her phone and opens the Uber app that Kalinin downloaded and helped her set up earlier. She requests a ride, selecting the "Home" destination saved on her profile by her twin sister.

Melanie stands outside the office building, taking a deep breath of the evening air. She watches as the Uber driver's estimated arrival time count down on her screen.

The driver arrives promptly in a sleek black Honda Civic. Melanie hops into the backseat, exchanging pleasantries with Amir.

"Hi, how's your evening?" he asks.

"It's been...interesting," Melanie replies, still processing the events at Caleb's office.

As the driver navigates through the city’s streets, Melanie gazes out of the window. Lost in thought, she replays Caleb's behavior, Alistar's intervention, and her feelings.

"We're here," the driver announces as he pulls up to Kalinin's Estate complex.

Melanie thanks him and steps out of the car. She takes a deep breath, feeling relieved to