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Eva

Thelma's face grew taut with anxiety as she abruptly pulled her hand away, trying to wave off my concern. "Nothing, just ignore it," she said, her voice strained.

I refused to let the matter drop, my gaze locked onto hers, searching for answers. "What happened, Thelma? Tell me. Was it at work? Or maybe on the street? Did anyone cause trouble around there?"

Thelma's eyes darted around