516: Unresolved Threads

As Alex left, Emma closed the door behind him with a soft click, her heart a mix of conflicting emotions. She leaned back against the door, taking a deep breath to settle the turmoil inside her. Despite Alex's amnesia and his seemingly sincere intentions, his presence still stirred up past hurts that she thought she had moved past. Jada, who had quietly observed their interaction, approached Emma with a concerned look. "Are you okay? That seemed intense." Emma gave a small, resigned smile. "I'm fine, Jada. It's just... complicated. Alex's change is so drastic it almost feels insincere. But then, he has no reason to act. It's just a lot to process." Jada nodded, understanding her friend's predicament. "He does seem different, but you handled that well. Nathan's call seemed urgent. Do you think it's something serious?" Emma shrugged. "With Nathan, it could be anything. He's been holding the fort at the company while Alex was incapacitated. It's probably another fire he needs Alex to