Chapter 36. Broken Pieces

Nathan sat in his car, thoughts racing as he drove towards Ella's place. The encounter with Gerard at the park was still fresh in his mind. The accusations, the anger, and the questions had left a bitter taste. He knew that their argument could have far-reaching consequences.

As he parked his car and approached Ella's front door, his heart was heavy with the weight of the situation. He hoped to find solace in Ella's presence, someone he could confide in. He rang the doorbell, anxiety building up with each passing second.

When Ella opened the door, her expressionless face puzzled Nathan. He greeted her, but she remained silent, her eyes fixed on him. Her lack of response was unsettling, and he couldn't help but wonder what could be bothering her.

As he asked her what was wrong, Ella continued to stare at him, her silence deafening. It was as if she was looking right through him, and Nathan's concern deepened. He stepped inside her home, stil