Chapter 60: Sudden realization

Chelsea walked into her apartment later that evening, exhausted but relieved to be home. The day had been overwhelming, with lessons in class pushing her limits, and Reese’s words lingering in her mind. She couldn’t shake the feeling that something was brewing behind her back, and Valerie was at the center of it.

Dropping her bag by the door, Chelsea grabbed a glass of water and sank into the couch. As she sipped, her phone buzzed. It was Liam.

“Hey,” she answered, her voice soft.

“Are you home?” His tone was clipped, though he didn’t sound angry.

“Yes, I just got in.”

“I’ll be there in...