Chapter 5: Rekindling Embers

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Dinner with Sebastian felt like a dream. Avery's guard had dropped, and for a moment, she forgot the past.

As they parted ways, Sebastian's whispered promise lingered:

"Tomorrow, I'll show you the plans for our charity project."

Avery's heart fluttered. Was she falling for him again?

The next day, Avery arrived at Sebastian's office, nervous.

Sebastian greeted her with a warm smile.

Their hands touched as he handed her a folder.

Avery's skin tingled.

"Let's review the plans," Sebastian said, his eyes locked onto hers.

As they worked, Avery struggled to focus.

Sebastian's proximity, his scent, his voice...

Memories flooded her mind.

Their whirlwind romance.

The laughter.

The tears.

Avery's phone buzzed, breaking the spell.

Emily's text reminded her of her priorities:

"Meet me at 3 PM. Ethan's school play."

Avery's heart skipped a beat.

Ethan.

Her secret.

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