Chapter 156 But what if I end up like Ava?

What was she really getting at? "Leah..." Nova whispered. Leah's response was a cold splash of reality, extinguishing the hopeful flames flickering in Nova's heart. "Nova, I've made my position and thoughts perfectly clear. If you insist on probing further into this, I won't stop you. But remember, some paths, once taken, are irreversible." Leah turned and walked toward her desk, her back to Nova, signaling clearly through her actions that she wanted no further part in this turmoil. Watching Leah's determined departure stirred a mix of emotions in Nova. Ultimately, all Nova could do was sigh deeply and leave with conflicted feelings. As she made her way to the parking lot and approached the center, about to head to her car, the sudden roar of an engine shattered the quiet. A black sedan, like an untamed beast, charged directly at her without any regard for safety. In an instinctive flash, Nova dodged to the side. The sedan sped past, grazing her clothing and stirring a violent