~HUNTER'S POV~

Some days, I wake up knowing the world will test me. 

Today is one of those days. 

Charlotte was already pushing limits before noon, refusing to show up for a scheduled shoot. I called her once. No answer. Twice. Straight to voicemail.

The third time, she finally picked up, her voice dripping with fake innocence. 

"Migraine," she sighed. "I need rest, Hunter." 

I pinched the bridge of my nose, pacing the hallway outside my office. "You need a reality check."  ...