The weekend flew by in a blur. For Ishtar, it was uneventful, almost monotonous. She spent Sunday with Ryan, trying to capture some precious moments with him, realizing how little time she had spent with him since their move to Visiondale. They played games, watched movies, and took a leisurely walk in the park, cherishing the simple joy of each other’s company.
In the course of the day, Louis had called to check up on her. He asked if she would be available for lunch, but she politely declined, citing the need to rest before the new week began. She appreciated his thoughtfulness but felt the need to recharge in solitude. Her mother had called her countless times but she had refused to answer, place her phone on silence.
Before she knew it, Monday arrived, bringing with it the hustle and
