Juliette POV
I paced the length of my small hotel room, phone pressed to my ear as I spoke to a real estate agent about moving into an apartment. The hotel was fine for a few nights, but I wanted somewhere stable for Lily and me, something that felt a little more like home, even if it would only be for a few months.
“Yes, I need something close to the business district,” I said, glancing out the window at the bustling city below. “Somewhere secure and safe with good amenities. I’d like it to be comfortable for my daughter.”
The agent assured me they’d find a suitable place within my specifications and budget. I thanked her and hung up, feeling a flicker of relief at the prospect of more stability. Just as I tucked my phone away, it buzzed with a message notification from a colleague, Sa
