Chapter 43 The Seductress.

The morning sun streamed through the windows, casting a warm glow over the breakfast table. Kai and I were enjoying our coffee, discussing our plans for the day. The past few weeks had been a whirlwind of activity, with the school year in full swing and our various commitments keeping us busy. Despite the hectic schedule, we made sure to carve out time for each other, knowing how important it was to nurture our relationship. "Are you heading to school today?" I asked, taking a sip of my coffee. "Yes, I have a few meetings lined up," Kai replied, glancing at his phone. "And I promised to help with the science fair preparations." I smiled, feeling a sense of pride in how dedicated he was to the school and our students. "That's great. I'll be working from home today, catching up on some emails and lesson planning." As we finished our breakfast, I couldn't help but think about our new neighbor, Misha. Since her arrival, she had quickly become a part of our social circle, attending neig