LARA'S POV Adam's knocks reverberated across the room as I fixed my gaze on the door, disturbing the dense silence that remained after Graham stormed out. It was seven o'clock at night, and the air was heavy with anxiety. I opened the door after a brief moment of hesitation and saw Adam's worried countenance. With his eyes searching mine for permission, he asked, "Can I come in?" I gave him a nod and moved aside to let him in. I couldn't help but feel guilty as soon as he entered. I had pulled Alexa back towards him, putting him in an unprepared predicament. And yet there he was, staring at me with a worried expression on his face. He questioned, "Are you okay, Lara?" with sincere concern in his voice. I grumbled and combed through my unkempt hair. "Adam, I'm not even sure anymore. Everyt

