Chapter 5 Secret And Lies

As they walked to the restaurant, Kaia couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement. She had never felt this way about anyone before, and she wasn't sure what to make of it. Ryder, on the other hand, seemed completely at ease. He chatted effortlessly, asking her questions about her art and her passions. But as they sat down at their table, Kaia noticed that Ryder's phone kept buzzing. He glanced at it nervously, his expression tightening. "Is everything okay?" Kaia asked, noticing the change in his demeanor. Ryder forced a smile. "Yeah, everything's fine.

Just a business thing." Kaia raised an eyebrow. She wasn't convinced. As they ordered their food, Kaia decided to press Ryder for more information. "So, what kind of business are you in?" she asked, trying to sound casual. Ryder hesitated, his eyes darting around the restaurant. "I'm a music producer," he said finally. Kaia's eyes widened in surprise. "That's amazing! I had no idea." Ryder smiled, seeming to relax a little. "Yeah, I love what I do." But as they continued to talk, Kaia couldn't shake off the feeling that Ryder was hiding something. She noticed the way he glanced around the restaurant, the way he seemed to be watching for someone. And then, just as they were finishing up their meal, Kaia saw her. A beautiful woman with long, curly hair and a bright smile. She walked up to their table, her eyes fixed on Ryder. "Hey, babe," she said, leaning in to kiss him. Kaia's heart sank. Who was this woman, and what was her relationship with Ryder?