C9 THE QUESTION OF LOYALTY

THE QUESTION OF LOYALTY

Morning sunlight spilled into the bedroom, soft and golden mocking Amara with its warmth. She had barely slept after overhearing Ethan’s late-night call with Tari. Every time she closed her eyes, she heard his voice again:

“You’re not disturbing me”

By 6 a.m., she gave up trying to rest. She rose, showered, and dressed mechanically, her movements sharp and controlled