Despite his flaws, I had long believed that James was someone I could trust. He had stood by me through my toughest days–or so I thought. But lately, there had been a subtle but unmistakable change in his behavior. His usual warmth had turned cold, and his concern for me started fading into something indifferent.
I just convinced myself that maybe he was stressed from work. Every relationship had its ups and downs, didn’t it? Yet, deep down, I had this gnawing feeling that something wasn’t right. I wanted to confront him but I decided to watch him first.
Janet’s message had set everything in motion as my thoughts were confirmed that something was wrong.
Stella, I think you need to see this. James is at Rosewood Lounge. With Beatrice.
Beatrice, that name alone sent a cold shiver down my
