MARIA'S POV I walked up to Alex's door, my heart pounding faster with each step, the memory of the video Connor sent still lingering in my mind. Trying to focus on why I was there to see Alex, I attempted to force a smile onto my face, but it just wouldn't come. “What was he thinking, sending me that video? Maybe he wants to play a game. Well, two can play that game,” I mused silently, trying to calm the storm of emotions swirling inside me before knocking on Alex’s door. I tapped lightly on the door, my eyes fixed on the doorbell as I waited patiently for Alex to answer. Soon, I heard footsteps approaching from the other side, and within moments, Alex swung the door open, his eyes lighting up with excitement when he saw me. With thoughts of Connor still clouding my mind, I felt a su

