NIA’S POV
I laid back on the lounge chair by the pool, earbuds in, the soft rhythm of Summer Walker playing as the sun kissed my skin. It was one of those rare moments where I could just breathe. No studying, no lectures, just music, warmth, and stillness.
Alexander slid the glass door open, walking toward me with a bottle of water in his hand. I smiled as he sat at the edge of my chair, his hand brushing my leg to get my attention.
I pulled one earbud out. “Hey.”
He handed me the water before running a hand through his hair. “Babe, I need to tell you something.”
“Okay?”
“I have to leave for a business trip on Monday,” he said casually, though he looked like he wasn’t thrilled about it either.
I sat up a little. “How long?”
“Three days,” he replied.
I sighed, the mood sud
