27| Consequences

Later that night, as Ares lay in bed, he couldn't shake off the feeling that Sarah's reappearance was just the beginning. The complexities of their twisted stories hinted at a tapestry woven with hidden truths and unforeseen challenges.

In the quiet moments before sleep claimed him, Ares pondered the threads that connected their lives and wondered what mysteries the next chapter held.

Days turned into weeks, and the detailed dance of fate continued to weave its unseen threads. Sarah's presence lingered in Ares' mind, a puzzle piece that hinted at a deeper connection.

One evening, as the group gathered at Valerie's home, the air crackled with unspoken questions. Sarah, with a thoughtful expression, finally broke the silence.

"Ares, there's something I need to share. It's about our past, a past that I've carried with me all these years."

Ares, intrigued and slightly apprehensive, nodded for her to continue.

"As you know, I've been working in the legal field, and my firm specializes in c