Lisa Summers sighed, her thoughts consumed by the tense encounter at Derek's apartment earlier that morning. She sat in her shop, her mind swirling with questions about Rose's reaction to seeing her and Derek together. What had triggered such a strong response from her friend? Why was Rose so visibly upset?
A soft knock on the door interrupted her thoughts, pulling her back to the present moment.
"Come in," Lisa called out, looking up to see Michael Donovan entering her shop.
Surprise flickered across Lisa's face as she greeted him. "Well, this is a pleasant surprise."
Michael chuckled, taking a seat beside her. "Were you expecting Derek instead?" he teased lightly.
Lisa smiled, grateful for the distraction. "Maybe I was. How was your family reunion?" she asked, changing the subject t
