Chapter 115: A Surprise Visitor

The sound of my phone buzzing on the coffee table drew my attention. I glanced at the screen and saw Jason’s name flashing. Smiling, I picked it up, expecting to hear his usual cheerful voice. “Hey, love,” I said, settling back into the couch. “Hey, Lily,” Jason's tone was uncharacteristically tense. “I need to talk to you about something.” “What’s wrong?” I asked, my heart quickening with concern. “Nothing’s wrong, exactly,” he began, hesitating. “I ran into someone today. Someone from my past.” I sat up straighter, sensing the gravity in his voice. “Who?” “It’s Rachel. She’s back in town,” Jason said, his words hanging heavily in the air. Rachel. The name sent a jolt through me, stirring up old memories and insecurities. Rachel, the woman Jason dated before we got together. She had been a significant part of his life, and her reappearance felt like a specter from our past, resurfacing to test our present. “Rachel?” I repeated, trying to keep my voice steady. “How did that happe