The drive was accompanied by a comfortable silence, each passing moment drawing us closer to the destination that signified the end of a tumultuous night. I glanced over at Timothy, his focused expression illuminated by the dim glow of the dashboard. "Thank you for everything, Timothy," I said soft
I accepted the box, feeling a rush of anticipation coursing through me. My fingers traced the delicate edges of the box, a sense of wonder rising within me. As I lifted the lid, nestled within the satin lining was a breathtaking tennis bracelet—a delicate band adorned with sparkling gems that shimme
The familiar scent of my lavender-scented candles enveloped my apartment as I stepped through the door. It had been a long night, and despite the long shower, the fatigue still clung to me. Still, I wanted to do anything but stay home. As I walked into the kitchen to grab an apple from the fruit bo
This wasn't how I envisioned my morning. The last thing I needed was the entire office speculating about my personal life. But the truth was out there, plastered across news outlets, exposing a part of my life I had tried so hard to keep private. With a deep breath, I forced myself to focus on the
"T-Timothy?" I stuttered, the streetlight casting a soft glow on his features. "I'm sorry for startling you," Timothy said, his voice carrying a hint of worry. "I wanted to surprise you, but I guess this was ill-timed all things considered. I also wanted to check on you and see if you were okay."
"Evie!" Mia's voice cracked suddenly, and she rushed towards me, tears welling up in her eyes. "Are you okay? I saw everything on the news about what happened!" "Mom?" I blinked in surprise, my mind scrambling to comprehend her sudden appearance. She reached me in seconds, her arms enveloping me in
But Mia wouldn't relent, her enthusiasm unwavering. "Oh, not tonight, but some other time. We could watch a movie or something. Please?" I felt torn, but Mia's insistence was undeniable. I sighed, knowing it might be easier to agree. "Alright, fine. We can hang out for a little while." Mia beamed
As I trudged up the stairs to my apartment, exhaustion of it all had begun weighing me down. The only solace was the thought of sinking into the comfort of my own bed. But as I fumbled with the keys to my door, my heart raced with unease. Aria was on the couch, typing something on her laptop, when