Again back to square??

In the Main hall….

Ava's voice rang out, sharp and filled with rage. "Are you seriously supporting that woman too, Jake?" she shouted, her chest heaving with emotion.

Jake stiffened at her accusation but kept his tone calm. "Ava, listen to me. People can change.Juliet has changed. The past is…"

"Don't you dare say the past is behind us!" Ava interrupted, her voice cracking with anger and pain. 

"Do you forget how she tried to trap Kevin? How much did she hurt everyone around her? How can you defend her now?" Her eyes filled with fresh tears, her emotions threatening to overflow.

Jake opened his mouth to respond, but Ava turned away abruptly, brushing past him. Tears streaming down her face, she started walking hurriedly toward the exit.