Chapter 101

OLIVIA “Ms. Olivia, I’d like to ask you about someone,” Nelly said suddenly. “Sure,” I replied, a little curious. “Back in high school, there was a girl in the same year as you and Noah,” she continued. “Her name was Emma Coo… something. Do you know her?” My gaze dropped instinctively. Why was she suddenly asking about me? Did she know who I was? How? Through Noah? Or Avery? Did she also know about the incident back then—the one involving Avery? “You mean Emma Cooper?” I asked, my voice calm but slightly hoarse. “Yes, that’s the name,” Nelly said, her eyes lighting up as if she’d finally found the answer she was looking for. “Ms. Olivia,” she continued with genuine curiosity, “could you tell me about Emma Cooper? What was she like? Do you happen to have any photos of her?” I turned away and began washing the remaining fruit, deciding to prepare another platter since the one in the living room was almost empty. The steady sound of running water helped steady my thoughts. “She…” I starte