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
The woman's eyes widened in surprise, and she seemed taken aback by my reaction. "Wait, I know you. You're the woman who helped me that night." My jaw tightened as I crossed my arms over my chest, my skepticism unwavering. "Is that what you call it? You lied to me!" She looked genuinely apologetic
There was a moment of silence, then Penny's voice filled the line, brimming with anticipation. "And?" I took a deep breath, my fingers tightening around the phone. "I’ve decided to accept your offer." __ The knock on the apartment door echoed through the living room, interrupting the quiet evenin
Timothy chimed in, his voice reassuring. "No pressure, Evie. We can always try something else if it’s not your thing." Aria nudged me playfully. "Oh, she just needs to try new things. Come on, Evie. It'll be a blast, I promise." I let out a reluctant chuckle, feeling a mixture of apprehension and
I bit my lip, feeling a bit sheepish. "Maybe just a little?" He extended his hand, his touch warm and reassuring as I tentatively placed mine in his. His grip was steady as he guided me forward, his movements deliberate and patient. It was surprisingly comforting, and I found myself focusing on the
Timothy's words about his challenging childhood had sparked a curiosity within me, a desire to understand the layers that he guarded so fiercely. I couldn't help but wonder if his childhood secrets mirrored my own – dark, sleepless days with only small glimmers of joy in the mix. It was clear that
My heart sank as I knelt down, my fingers carefully collecting the shattered fragments of glass. Tears welled in my eyes as I gazed at the remnants of what was once a symbol of something greater. Penny placed a comforting hand on my shoulder. "We'll find a way to fix it, Evie." The shattered pieces