(Olivia's POV)

Nearby, as I stepped outside Alexander's house for some much-needed fresh air, I heard the unmistakable sound of someone crying.

Following the heartbreaking sobs, I discovered Amanda curled up in a miserable ball under a dim streetlight.

Her entire body was shaking with grief, and tears streamed down her face in the pale yellow glow.

Rushing immediately to her side, I wrapped my arms around her trembling form in a ...