Her past

Remo parked his car a few blocks away from Nicole's apartment, the evening shadows cloaking his sleek vehicle. He took a moment to collect himself before stepping out into the night, his footsteps echoing softly against the pavement. Despite the unease he felt, his expression remained stoic. He had to get to the bottom of Nicole's sudden reappearance and her interest in Abby.

As he reached Nicole's door, he took a deep breath and knocked, the sound reverberating through the hallway. It only took a few moments for the door to open, revealing Nicole dressed in a slinky black dress that left little to the imagination. Her eyes lit up with a mix of surprise and pleasure at the sight of him.

"Remo," she purred, leaning against the doorframe. "What a pleasant surprise."

Remo didn't return her smile. "Nicole. We need to talk."