Ivan and Wendy were both suspended for investigation. Serene finally let out a quiet breath of relief.
She threw herself into work, forcing herself not to think about the nightmare from before.
She took over Ivan's team and managed all the assignments.
A week of nonstop high-intensity work, combined with her old injuries, wore her down. In the end, she took a sick day.
Serene drove into the parking lot and noticed a familiar figure hiding behind a tree. He quickly ducked out of sight.
Her brows tightened. Her instinct told her it was Ivan.
A curtain shifted slightly, revealing his side profile in the gap.
He seemed to sense her gaze. He looked up, and their eyes met.
Serene frowned again. After a few seconds, she still went downstairs.
"Serene," Ivan called out quickly, his voice
