~Hermes~

I step outside, letting the night air wash over me, and finally exhale.

Just minutes ago, I almost pushed Natalya off my lap when she had the audacity to sit there, smiling like she owned every inch of me. I still can’t believe how close I came to losing control — and exposing everything.

I pull out my phone, hands steady despite the adrenaline, and save the recording I made of our conversation at the dining table.

This is my life now — capturing the crucial moments before ...