seventy two

Dante's POV

The click of the office door caught me off guard, and when I turned to see Evelyn standing there, a wave of surprise washed over me. Vanessa's disappearance had cast a shadow over everything, and seeing her sister in my office stirred a mix of emotions that swirled within me.

Evelyn's presence was unexpected, and I couldn't shake the memory of the last encounter between the two sisters. Their falling out had been intense, leaving a rift that seemed insurmountable. And I couldn't help but feel like I was part of the reason for their beef, making the mere sight of Evelyn in my office a puzzle that begged to be solved.

As she entered, there was a fleeting hesitation in her eyes, a vulnerability that contradicted the stern facade she had worn during their argument. I could sense the weight of concern in her gaze, a genuine worry that surpassed the animosity that had defined their relationship.

"I know this must be difficult for you, I want to be here for you" Evelyn began, he