Aiden’s point of view
As I stormed out of my office, heading to the parking lot, Jude was still there waiting for me, his expression a mask of concern. I got into the car, my anger and frustration still simmering just below the surface, and ordered him to drive. The silence that followed was oppressive, weighing heavily on my chest as I struggled to process Ava's sudden change in behavior.
My mind kept drifting back to our last encounter, my thoughts replaying the scene like a broken record. I thought I had put her in her place, made it clear that she was pushing the boundaries of our professional relationship. But apparently, I had misjudged her. She was more resilient than I gave her credit for.
A mix of emotions swirled inside me - anger, frustration, and a hint of disappointment. I
