The meeting with Doctor Veronica lasted for an hour, until Ava was escorted out of the office by the therapist herself, who smiled warmly as Ava thanked her with a bow.

As she turned to leave, Ava heard her name called out by a familiar voice. "Ava!"

She turned to see Amelia standing in the waiting area, looking just as surprised to see her.

"Ava, what a surprise to see you here," Amelia said, her eyes narrowing slightly with curiosity. Closing the gap between them.

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