Avery’s POV
My breath hitched, and my entire body tensed in the cramped hiding space. The old wooden panels pressed against my back, the scent of dust thick in my nose. But I didn’t dare move—not even to wipe the sweat beading at my temple.
Because what I was hearing… was unbelievable.
"Besides, I gave you a freaking simple assignment. Brainwash her into thinking Aidan was the damn villain. But you weren’t able to complete it."
Piper’s voice was sharp, laced with irritation. She was pacing, I could tell. Probably running a frustrated hand through her perfect hair, her sharp nails glinting under the dim light.
"I thought you guys shared some lovey-dovey moments five years ago… Did she suddenly forget all of that? How couldn't she remember anything even tho she was amnesic?"
I bit my l
