Timothy: I didn’t mean to scare you off...I glanced at the texts briefly before dismissing them, my cheeks tinged with a subtle shade of pink. Despite the warmth of my face, I focused my attention back on my work, determined to bury the awkwardness of our encounter. As I typed, the emails began to
My fists clenched, and I took a step closer to him, my voice dripping with venom. "You have no idea what it takes to succeed, Jasper. I've suffered my share of sleepless nights to get where I am. And if you think for a second that I got here by compromising my integrity, you're sorely mistaken." He
Stepping into Mr. Erickson's office felt like entering the lion's den. The dim lighting cast an air of formality over the space, and I couldn't help but feel a twinge of apprehension as I closed the door behind me. Mr. Erickson, with his imposing presence and air of authority, was seated behind his
A bitter taste of disillusionment settled in my mouth. How many more people were going to take advantage of me? How many more obstacles would I have to overcome to truly be recognized for my skills and dedication? As my fingers absently tapped on the keyboard, I couldn't help but think of Timothy.
I returned his smile, the corners of my lips curling up in response. "Just heading home," I said. I suppose I should’ve recognized his car from last time, but that was also when he’d been stabbed by Bruce, so my senses weren’t exactly attentive. Timothy frowned. "Walking alone in the city at this h
Finally, Timothy cleared his throat, his voice breaking through the stillness. "So, how was work today? Assuming that’s why you’re dressed so formally." I shifted in my seat, my heart rate quickening as I turned to face him. "Oh, you know, the usual," I replied with a carefully subtle smile, my att
Panic surged within me, my mind racing through a series of possibilities. Had someone broken in and taken it? Did Aria know what had happened? I fought to keep my thoughts from spiraling into a whirlwind of worst-case scenarios, but the anxiety that gripped me was hard to ignore. I rushed from room
Aria's excitement was contagious, and for a brief moment, the worry and disappointment were pushed to the sidelines. Suddenly, it felt so sill that I had doubted her, even for a second. “Sweet!” She raised her fists and shook them wildly. “This is perfect.” “Hold on.” Aria stopped abruptly, hands