Torn in between

As the car continued to glide through the bustling streets, Julia's mind swirled with conflicting thoughts. She pondered Clara's words, considering the possibility that her silence and lack of action might have concealed a deeper longing.

Julia drove in silence, her thoughts consumed by the ongoing discussion. Clara, sitting beside her, gazed out at the passing road, occasionally stealing glances at Julia, sensing her colleague's unease. After a while, unable to resist the urge to break the silence, Clara turned to Julia and posed a question that had been lingering in her mind. "Julia, are you absolutely certain that this dilemma is about your friend and not about you?" Clara asked, her voice and words filled with curiosity.

Taken aback, Julia's eyes widened, and a surprised chuckle escaped her lips, triggering a brief cough. "Come on, Clara," she replied, her voice laced with amusement. "You must be joking. Why would our boss, Kelvin, even be interested in me?" Julia lied dismissing