Chapter 0083

Ava's eyes fixed on the phone screen, her frustration growing with each unanswered call. She had tried reaching Amelia six times, and still, nothing. She slammed the phone onto the couch cushion, her anger simmering just below the surface.

Just then, the door opened, and Luke walked in, his eyes tired from a long day at work. "Hey, what's wrong?" he asked, noticing Ava's tense expression.

Ava's voice was laced with irritation. "Amelia. She's ignoring me. I've called her six times, and she won't pick up."

“Why wouldn’t she reply you? Did something happen?”Luke's brow furrowed, his concern evident. "What's going on between you two? Have you been trying to reach her all day and you didn’t get through?"

Ava's eyes flashed with anger. "She's been snooping around, asking questions. I know she's trying to uncover something, but I won't let her."

Luke's expression turned calm, his voice soothing. "Ava, maybe it's time to take a step back. You're getting worked up over nothing."

Ava's gaze nar