Chapter 127

• Ace sat at his cluttered desk, staring at the screen of his computer as he tapped his fingers impatiently. It was a brand new day, one he had hoped would be filled with productivity and success. But fate had something else in store for him as his phone began to ring, shattering the tranquil atmosphere of his office.
• He frowned, recognizing the caller ID as Amelia, his ex-girlfriend. They had parted ways on less than amicable terms, and he had made it a point to cut off all contact with her. Unfortunately, it seemed she hadn't gotten the memo.
• Ace debated ignoring the call, knowing that engaging with Amelia had the potential to derail his day. Yet curiosity got the better of him, and just as the phone reached the fourth ring, he picked it up with a heavy sigh.