In Kaine's office

Aria's Pov

I couldn't stop thinking about Scarlet. The idea that someone might have targeted her sent chills down my spine. The weight of this realization pressed heavily on my chest as I sat across from Kaine in his office.

"Will you keep an eye on her?" I asked, my voice trembling slightly.

Kaine's expression softened. "Of course. Her safety is a priority now."

I nervously played with the hem of my shirt, my mind racing with different scenarios. The silence lingered between us until Kaine broke it.

"Aria, there's something I need to confirm," he said cautiously. "Could you share your memory of when you were with Tom? The one from the corridor?"

I was taken aback by the request. "You mean when he found me? Sure, but why?"

"It might help clarify some things," he replied mysteriously. "It would be easier if we shifted."