Chapter 32

• As Layla stepped into the elevator, her thoughts focused on the day ahead. She pressed the button for the ground floor and was startled when the elevator doors started to close, only to reopen as Christian slipped inside, dressed in a black tailored suit.
• Their eyes met, and Layla couldn't help but smile. "Running into you again, neighbor," she said, trying to hide her surprise.
• Christian chuckled. "Seems like we're destined to be elevator buddies."