Chapter 273. Reunion of Hearts

As the days stroll by, Lara’s desperation forces her to think of someone she never thought she would at this very point in time —Zach. Spring has arrived, and the rain pounds against the windows, a steady, relentless rhythm that mirrors the turmoil inside her. She paces the small, dimly lit room of her apartment, the shadows from the flickering lightbulb dancing on the walls. Her hands are cold, her heart racing with a mixture of fear and determination.

For many weeks, she’s successfully avoided Zach, the same person she has come to love. To her, consulting him especially immediately after Chris’ death would be wickedness. So, she has been keeping her distance, hoping to handle her problems on her own. But now, the weight of her situation is too heavy to bear alone. The feeling of isolation grows stronger with every passing minute, pushing her to reach out for the support she so desperately needs. Zach. Did he even think of her all these while?

The phone in her hand feel