I wish I had a good answer for him, but the truth is, I don’t know what’s going on in Sophia’s head. I just know that William deserves more than what he’s getting.I take a deep breath, choosing my words carefully.“I don’t know, William. But I want you to know that you’re always welcome with me and
Liam’s POVI can’t shake it, the regret gnawing at me since last night.I sit at my desk, staring blankly at the documents in front of me, not seeing any of it. I keep replaying those words in my head— “Please, don’t break my heart.” What the hell was I thinking? It sounded desperate, lovesick, eve
That hits her hard. I see it in the way her face tightens, in the flicker of doubt that passes over her features. She’s shaken, but instead of backing down, she hardens."Don’t turn this around on me," she snaps, stepping closer. "This is about Aria, and you know it."I shake my head. "This is about
Aria’s POVI sit at my desk, absently clicking through emails while my mind swims with the unresolved weight of everything. The looming job promotion, my tangled feelings for both Liam and Logan, and of course, Joe’s place in all this.A knock at the door snaps me out of my thoughts.“Hey, Aria, som
Aria’s POVThe auditorium at Joe and William’s school buzzes with excited energy as parents, teachers, and students gather for the science fair presentations. I take a seat in the front row, my eyes scanning the stage for the boys.They’re near the back, standing beside a large, papier-mâché volcano
Aria’s POVThe phone buzzes on my desk, cutting through the soft hum of the office. I glance at the screen, already knowing who it is before I pick up.The executive’s name flashes across my phone, and a knot forms in my stomach. I’ve been expecting this call, but that doesn’t make it any easier.“A
Liam’s POV The rhythmic hum of the printer fills the room, each sheet of paper sliding out one after the other. I watch them as if they're about to reveal the secrets of the universe, but my heart pounds a little harder with every page that lands on my desk.My assistant gives me a tentative smile
Liam’s POVThe morning sun filters through the windshield as I drive William to school. The radio’s on, playing softly in the background, but the weight in the car feels heavier than usual.I glance at William in the rearview mirror. He’s unusually quiet today, which isn’t like him.Normally, he’d b