Chapter 14 Beneath the City Lights

Eleanor and Lucas finished their meal in silence. The unspoken tension lingered, but Eleanor could sense that Lucas needed some time alone to process the revelations he had shared with her. With a soft smile, she bid him goodnight, understanding the importance of giving him space. As Eleanor retreated to her own room, she was filled with a whirlwind of thoughts and emotions. Tomorrow was her first day at her new job, and she needed to be well-rested and prepared. Time seemed to slip away quickly, and she knew she had only a few hours before she needed to wake up. In a rush, she began making preparations for the following day, laying out her clothes and organizing her belongings. When she glanced at the clock, she realized just how little time she had left. Determined to start her new job on the right foot, she hurried into the bathroom, taking a quick but refreshing shower. With a sense of urgency, Eleanor climbed into bed, knowing she had only a precious few hours of sleep ahead of