Audrey
I paced the small utility closet, my heart pounding a mile a minute in my chest.
With each passing moment, I kicked myself for coming here. It was stupid, risky, and would only end in more heartbreak for me—I was sure of it.
But I had to come, even if I knew it was a bad idea.
I needed to talk to Edwin, to hear him out. He had seemed so… adamant about talking to me.
And if I was being honest with myself, I wanted to see him up close again, smell his cologne, feel his arms around me. I hardly wanted to admit it, even to myself, but I missed him dearly. The way he had held me earlier in his office just made that pang even more profound.
The sound of footsteps outside made me freeze. I held my breath, listening intently. The door handle turned with a soft click,
