"I am leaving," Patricia said, refusing to stay. She was still frowning when Zara quickly grabbed her hand and urged, "Please, for my sake. It's a life-and-death situation."
Patricia's expression shifted into confusion. How was her presence here a matter of life and death for Zara?
"What life and…" she began, but before she could finish, a voice interrupted from behind, drawing everyone's attention. They all turned to face the speaker, each wearing a different expression.
"What a coincidence. This is really lovely," Michelle said as she approached, her hands affectionately holding Roman's. Zara rolled her eyes at the sight. She couldn't help but feel irritated every time she saw Michelle. Despite trying to convince herself that Michelle had been the victim in everything that happened, something about her just felt off.
