Chapter 30

Chapter 30

*Scarlett's POV*

"Just someone I met during my jog," I replied, my tone nonchalant. I watched his expression, searching for any signs of jealousy or regret, but his face remained stoic, unreadable.

Alexander released his grip on my arm, a flicker of emotion crossing his features. "I see," he muttered, his gaze dropping to the floor. There was a palpable tension between us, the weight of unspoken words hanging heavily in the air.

Not wanting to prolong the interaction, I decided to take control of the situation. "Well, it was nice bumping into you, but I have things to attend to," I said, my voice tinged with a hint of finality. Without waiting for a response, I turned and continued walking, determined to distance myself from the confusion and pain that had consumed us.

Days turned into weeks, and weeks turned into months. The wounds inflicted by my failed relationship with Alexander slowly began to heal, thanks in part to the newfound friendship I had forged with Aaron. We