Chapter 13

• I hastily exited Ella's room, my heart was in turmoil, matching the storm brewing outside. The dimly lit corridor seemed to stretch endlessly before me, each step echoing the conflict within. That's when fate intervened, and I collided with Mr. Anderson. Our unexpected encounter brought us to a standstill, our eyes locking in a moment of shared vulnerability.
• Silence lingered between us, pregnant with unspoken words. His strong hands reached out, capturing mine, drawing me closer. The intensity of the situation intensified as he spoke, his voice filled with curiosity and a hint of something deeper. "You mentioned wanting to discuss something important earlier. What's that?"
• Caught off guard, my mind raced to process the whirlwind of emotions and thoughts that had consumed me since my conversation with Ella. Her words echoed in my mind, each syllable etched vividly. I couldn't help but see the situation through Chloe's eyes, creating a complex web of thoughts and emotions that threatened to overwhelm me.