Chapter 0086

Ava's body began to shake, her eyes wide with a mix of fear and memories that started to resurface. She tried to compose herself, but her voice trembled as she spoke.

"Lisa, it's time you left."

Lisa's eyes narrowed, her voice filled with concern. "What's going on, Ava? Why are you shaking?"

Ava's response was barely audible, her eyes darting around the room. "Nothing. It's just... late. Yes, that's it. Late."

Lisa's gaze lingered on Ava's face, searching for answers. But Ava's expression was closed off, her secrets locked tightly behind a mask of fear.

"Okay, Ava," Lisa said softly, her eyes never leaving Ava's face. "I'll go. But promise me you'll be okay."

Ava's nod was barely perceptible, her eyes still wide with fear. Lisa hesitated for a moment, then turned and exited the door, leaving Ava alone with her secrets and her pain. As the door closed behind Lisa, Ava's shaking intensified, her body wracked with sobs she couldn't quite release. The memories she had kept hidden for so l