Chapter 12

Liza

Liza's afternoon was a whirlwind of chaos and emotions. From rushing to the mechanic to running errands, she couldn't shake off the haunting memory of the embarrassing encounter in the elevator. How could she have missed him, that same executive who had shown frustration towards her the day before? The thought gnawed at her mind, filling her with a sense of unease.

But amidst the chaos of her day, Liza found solace in simple pleasures. As she browsed through the grocery aisles, she thought of her son. She carefully picked out his favorite snacks, a small luxury that she so rarely indulged in. And then, on a whim, she treated herself to a block of chocolate and a bottle of gorgeously scented body wash.

Even in the midst of her mundane tasks, a sense of foreboding lingered in the air. When her eyes met those of a mysterious man - tall, with a strong jawline and eyes as black as night - a chill ran down her spine. It was as if he was watching her e