Chapter 71
- That night, the apartment felt quieter than usual. The living room lights glowed softly, casting faint shadows across the walls. Ivy slipped off her shoes slowly and set her bag on the sofa. Josh followed behind, his jacket already removed since the car ride.
- “Tired?” Josh’s voice was calm, but his gaze was attentive.
- Ivy turned and exhaled. “Honestly… yes. I feel like all my energy’s been drained.”