CAUGHT IN THE ACT

Julian's eyes narrowed as he stared at the picture on his phone, his mind racing with anger and frustration.

Astrid had gone to Rowan's company, despite their agreement to keep their distance. 

He thought they were past this, that they had finally moved on from their tumultuous relationship. But now, it seemed like Astrid was determined to stir up trouble again.

He clenched his jaw, feeling a wave of irritation wash over him. Why couldn't she just listen for once? Why did she always have to do things her way?

Julian's gaze lingered on the picture, his eyes burning with a mix of anger and hurt. He felt like he'd been punched in the gut, his breath knocked out of him. 

Just then he heard a knock on the desk getting his attention back.

Suddenly, he became aware of his surroundings, remembering that he was in the middle of a meeting. 

He looked up to see his dad's narrowed eyes on him, a hint of concern etched on his face.