Chapter 175: Revelations

David sat at his desk, the weight of the world bearing down on his shoulders. The office around him buzzed with activity, but he felt disconnected, lost in a sea of worries that threatened to engulf him. He barely registered Mark's entrance until the sound of his voice cut through the haze of his thoughts. "Hey, David," Mark greeted, his tone hesitant. "Mind if I have a word?" David looked up, forcing a weary smile onto his face. "Sure, Mark. What's on your mind?" Mark took a seat opposite David, his expression grave. "I overheard Emily and Amelia talking earlier," he began, his voice low. "They were discussing Lisa coming back to town." David's heart skipped a beat at the mention of his sister's name. Lisa's unexpected return had thrown his already turbulent life into further disarray, and the thought of confronting her filled him with a sense of dread. But before David could respond, Mark continued, his words tumbling out in a rush. "I just thought you should know, in