Chapter 181: The Massage

Eric's Pov: Eric's hands were shaking slightly as he started the car. The engine's hum is a stark contrast to the cacophony. Of emotions running through his head. He sat there for a moment. Lost in thought, The weight of the confrontation with Rose was still heavy on his shoulders. As he pulled away from the curb, His mind replayed the scene over and over. He couldn't shake the image of David, the stranger at Rose's door. Who was he, and what did he want with Rose? Eric's gut churned with a cocktail of suspicion and regret. Rose's POV: Meanwhile, Rose leaned against the door, her heart racing. Eric's unexpected appearance had thrown her for a loop. She hadn't seen him since—well, since before the divorce proceedings started. And now, here he was, showing up unannounced. Stirring up a past she thought she had buried. She took a deep breath. She's trying to calm the storm inside her. She knew she'd have to face Eric eventually. But not tonight. Tonight, she needed