Sophie’s phone buzzed. Her hand trembled slightly as she picked it up, her hesitant glance shifting to Asher. His jaw tightened, but he gave her a curt nod. Taking a shaky breath, she answered the call.
"Hello?" Sophie said, her voice unsteady.
"Sophie, where are you?" Lila’s voice was sharp, but there was an undertone of mockery.
"I—" Sophie hesitated, glancing at Asher again. His knuckles whitened as he gripped the steering wheel harder.
"Are you coming to the warehouse?" Lila continued, her voice practically dripping with malice. "You’re missing out on all the fun. I was thinking we could team up and beat that fat b***h together. It’s so satisfying to see her cry."
Sophie froze, her stomach twisting. She swallowed hard, trying to find her voice. "I’m… at home," she said w
