Chapter 26

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Emily POV:

Emily’s mind racing with thoughts of Axel's unexpected arrival. She hadn't prepared herself for this encounter; she hadn't even had time to straighten up, it was just so unexpected and Emily couldn't shake off the feeling of unease that gripped her.

Emily's heart raced as she struggled to compose herself, her thoughts spinning in a whirlwind of panic and uncertainty. Just as she began to gather her courage, the quiet of the washroom was shattered by the sound of the door cracking open, causing her heart to plummet in her chest. She instinctively recoiled, her body tensing with apprehension.

Emily wasn't ready to face Axel, not now, not like this. She needed time to collect her thoughts.

Axel approached, his steady footsteps echoing in the tiled space, Emily felt a surge of adrenaline coursing through her veins. She took a step back, her movements faltering, until the cold porcelain of the washroom basin pressed against her back, leaving her