Chapter 196

Layla’s POV

I couldn’t believe Maddy had dropped off our hangout just because of her new catch. Yes…she had walked in with a nerdy guy and I think that was the same guy she had hung up the phone on me yesterday afternoon to be with him

After so many hours of working, It was closing time and the streets were quiet as I walked home from the restaurant, my feet aching from the long day. The cool night breeze brushed against my skin, a small comfort after hours of running between tables and dealing with customers.

It was almost midnight, and all I wanted was to get into bed and shut out the world.

Unlocking the door to my small apartment, I stepped inside and dropped my bag by the door. The silence of the room greeted me like an old friend, and I exhaled deeply, thankful to finally be home.

The faint aroma of lavender from my diffuser filled the air, soothing my nerves a