Chapter 77

Ava sat in her office, the events of the day weighing heavily on her mind. Thoughts of Bryan and Jayden, their recent confrontation, and the unspoken complexities of their relationships swirled in her thoughts like a turbulent storm. The muted hum of the office outside the door seemed distant, overshadowed by the echoes of the intense conversation she had inadvertently become a part of.

As Ava immersed herself in the sea of contemplation, Jayden passed by her office. The look he gave her was unsettling, carrying a mix of emotions that mirrored the complexities of the situation. His gaze lingered for a moment, leaving Ava with a sense of unease that clung to her thoughts even after he disappeared down the corridor.

Recognizing the need to break free from the unsettling thoughts, Ava decided to distract herself. She got up from her desk, a subtle determination in her movements. Leaving her office, she walked down the corridor, the familiar surroundings providing a mundane backdrop to th