Adrian’s POV
The light beneath Ava’s door was still visible.
I stood outside for several seconds, staring at it while Noah’s words continued circling through my mind. Someone had been following me. Someone connected to Aurelius Group. And somehow, despite everything I had already uncovered, it felt like I was still missing the most important piece.
My hand lifted before I could change my mind. Three sharp knocks broke the silence. For a moment, nothing happened. Then I heard movement from inside.
The door opened slowly.
Ava looked up at me, surprise flashing across her face before concern quickly followed. Her hair was still loose around her shoulders, and she looked far too awake for someone who had claimed she was exhausted earlier.
“Adrian?” I studied her face carefully. Her hair
