*Lauren*

"Likewise," Moria replied. "I'll see you around, Lucas. It was nice to meet you, Lauren."

As she stood there, her eyes traced Lucas’ face. The way her fingers twitched and her brows furrowed hinted at a deep connection between them, one that went beyond simple friendship. I wondered if they had been lovers before. The thought alone made my stomach sink and caused a lump in my throat.

As she turned to walk away, the smell of her perfume wafted toward me, an ...