Grace had thought she'd seen the last of Ryan after their recent encounter, but when a neighbor mentioned a high-paying tenant moving in, her instincts kicked in. Sure enough, by that afternoon, she watched as Ryan hauled his suitcase next door.
Upon spotting Grace, Ryan hesitated briefly before explaining, "I'm here for a business deal in Helveticia, just for a month."
He forced a smile, hastily adding, "Don't worry, I won't intrude."
Grace barely acknowledged him, breezing past to lock herself in her apartment, shutting him out without a second glance. Ryan lingered awkwardly outside for some time before finally leaving.
Inside, Grace sank onto her couch, feeling overwhelmed. She grabbed her phone and started browsing rental options. Trust wasn't something she could afford with Ryan
