Tessa’s POV I nodded, accepting his words. "Alright then, see you on Monday," I replied, a touch of anticipation in my voice. It seemed like there was more to Alfred than met the eye. On my way back home, a memory sparked in my mind. I recalled passing by Tabitha's clothing boutique a few days ago, and something told me to pay her a visit. So, I made a detour and drove myself straight to the boutique. To my delight, Tabitha was there this time around, tending to the shop with a warm smile on her face. When she spotted me, her eyes lit up, and she greeted me with genuine excitement. "Hey there! I'm so glad you stopped by. Come, let's go to my office. We can have a good chat there," she said, motioning me to follow her. As Tabitha and I settled into her office, I couldn't help but notic

