THE INTENSE GAZE

ARIEL

I looked up to see Sophia’s curious expression, her eyebrows raised in question.

“Who is it?” I asked, already knowing the answer.

But before Sophia could respond, Chase appeared in the doorway, his presence commanding attention. My heart skipped a beat as our eyes locked, the tension between us unmistaken.

Sophia excused herself, leaving us alone in the room. I tried to play it cool, but my heart was racing. What was Chase doing here? Had he come to confront me about stopping his wedding or trying to bring him down?

I raised an eyebrow, trying to break the silence.

“So, what brings you to my humble abode?”

Chase still didn’t respond, his gaze never leaving mine. I felt like he was searching for something, but I had no idea what.

I sighed, trying to relax my nerves.

“Look, Chase, if this is about the wedding or the ups and downs at the office, I’m not interested.”

But Chase just shook his head, his eyes clouding over with a deep sadness. But as I looked into his eyes, I saw s