Malcolm
At first, I realized I needed to converse with Alexa. I was well aware that Mark would be the next person I had to address; after all, he was the root cause of Mika's departure in the first place.
His intense dislike for her had created an environment where she felt forced to distance herself from us. It was as if Mark's animosity had built a wall, preventing us from openly expressing our loyalty and devotion to Mika.
We desperately wanted her to know we would do anything to support and protect her, but his influence stifled our ability to show her that unwavering commitment.
After some searching, I finally located Mark at his usual hangout spot, surrounded by his friends, laughing and joking as if nothing was amiss. However, the atmosphere shifted quickly when we began to ta
