CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY SEVEN – IT’S ALWAYS SUNNY

The next morning, Nia arrived at work early, hoping to get a head start on her day and avoid any potential drama. But as she settled in at her desk, a familiar voice cut through the quiet office. "Good morning, Nia. You're here bright and early." Nia's head snapped up to see Justin Allistair standing before her, looking impeccable in a tailored suit. Her stomach dropped as she remembered their disastrous phone call from the night before. "Justin," she said, her voice tight. "What are you doing here?" He flashed her a charming smile that didn't quite reach his eyes. "I had an early meeting nearby and thought I'd stop by to see you. I brought you a coffee." He set a steaming cup on her desk. Nia stared at the coffee, then back at Justin, disbelief etched on her face. "Did you not hear anything I said last night?" Justin leaned against her desk, his voice low. "Nia, I know you're feeling conflicted. But I meant what I said about proving myself to you. I'm not going to give up on us