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“Lysa has been apprehended. The police caught her at the airport when she was trying to flee the city.”
Relief washes over me like a tidal wave, flooding my senses with a sense of liberation I hadn’t realized I’d been yearning for.
For so long, Lysa’s looming presence had cast a shadow over my life, a constant reminder of the trauma she inflicted.
But now, with the promise of justice on the horizon, I find myself exhaling a breath I hadn’t realized I’d been holding.
“Thank you,’’ I say with so much relief, throwing my arms around him in a tight hug. Now, I feel safer knowing Lysa is behind bars.
Ethan kisses my head. “You no longer have to be afraid,” he murmurs into my hair. “I’m sorry it took this long to get her.”
I respond by coiling my arms around his neck and kissing him. Ethan releases a throaty groan as he carries me off the couch.
“I was thinking we would have a celebratory dinner, but I think that will have to wait,’’ he murmurs against my lips as he carries me to his bedroom, with me helping him out of his shirt on the way.
Three Weeks Later
Things are now back to normal. I’ve started working at Drake’s company, and I love every bit of it.
“Goodnight, Jessy,” my colleague calls out as we all head out of the office’s building.
“Goodnight, Sam,” I blow her a kiss before walking in the opposite direction to catch a cab back to my apartment.
As I hail a cab, I reach for my phone and text Ethan.
Me: Hey Ethan, are you up for dinner tonight? I could swing by your place.
The seconds stretch into minutes, each passing moment filled with growing unease as I wait for his response.
Finally, the notification chimes and I eagerly unlock my phone, my heart jumping for joy at the sight of his name.
But as I read his message, a pang of disappointment washed over me, mingling with a nagging sense of concern. His words are brief, almost curt.
Ethan: Sorry, Jessy, not tonight. Maybe another time.
I can’t help but furrow my brows, a knot of worry forming in the pit of my stomach. Ethan’s behavior has been increasingly erratic lately. It’s almost as if he is avoiding me.
With a sigh, I tuck my phone back into my purse and hail down the next cab to my apartment. On my way home, I get a text from Amy letting me know that she is coming over to my apartment.
I had just finished taking a shower when I got a text from her that she was at my door.
“Hey, Amy,” I greet her, motioning for her to take a seat beside me on the couch. “Thanks for coming over.”
Amy settles in beside me, her eyes filled with concern as she takes in my troubled expression. “What’s been going on, Jessy? You look like you’ve got the weight of the world on your shoulders.”
I let out a sigh, the tension in my shoulders easing slightly as I prepared to unload my worries onto my dear friend. “It’s Ethan,” I admit, my voice tinged with frustration, “he’s been acting strange lately, and I can’t seem to figure out why.”
Amy nods sympathetically, her gaze unwavering as she listens intently to my concerns. “Maybe he’s just stressed out about work,” she suggests gently, reaching out to place a comforting hand on my arm.
I consider her words, knowing that she may have a point. Ethan’s responsibilities as CEO can undoubtedly take a toll on hi.m, bBut something about his recent behavior feels different, as if there’s more to the story than meets the eye.
Before I can dwell too deeply on my worries, Amy changes the subject, her eyes alight with excitement. “Speaking of which, I’ve got the perfect distraction for you tonight. There’s a dinner party happening, and I want you to come with me.”
I hesitate, my mind still clouded with doubts and uncertainties. “I don’t know, Amy. I don’t even have a dress for the occasion.”
Amy grins mischievously, reaching into her bag and pulling out a beautifully wrapped package. “Not to worry, Jessy. I’ve got you covered,” she declares, handing me the package with a flourish.
I accept it with a curious expression, my fingers trembling slightly as I unwrap the gift to reveal a stunning dress nestled within. My breath catches in my throat as I take in the intricate lace detailing and flowing silhouette, the dress a perfect embodiment of elegance and sophistication.
