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
Another camera flashed in my face and a microphone approached my mouth. I waved them away as they began closing in. The reporter with the cap had a wide smile, knowing he had caught me by surprise. “You and Alex looked pretty intimate in those photos. Was Timothy not enough?” I held up a hand, att
We all settled into my apartment, the tension in the room almost tangible. After I offered snacks and beverage, Penny wasted no time in getting down to business. "Here's what I'm thinking. Timothy, you need to address the rumors head-on. Go out there and admit that you weren't ready to settle down.