11. Yes or No

Ava woke to a day that held the promise of change. Sunlight streamed through the curtains, casting a warm glow across her room. She remained still, recalling last night's conversation with Carver. His offer had been generous. Almost overwhelmingly so. A new job, a new home, a fresh start.

It was all within her grasp, yet doubt lingered.

She pushed the covers aside and stood up, shaking off the remnants of sleep. The day would demand her attention, but her thoughts kept returning to Carver's proposition. The decision loomed large as she dressed for her shift at the restaurant. Carver had offered his penthouse as part of the deal, a gesture both flattering and unsettling. While his sincerity seemed genuine, uncertainty nagged at her.

Upon arriving at the restaurant, Jorge greeted her first. He had heard about the previous night's events and seemed surprised to see her back at work.

"I didn't expect you today," he said.

"I'm here," Ava replied, brushing off his concern. "There's wor