章 81: The failed attempts at manipulation.

The tranquility of Zack's office shattered with the tempestuous entrance of Ivy. Her brisk steps echoed a brewing storm as she marched towards his table, fiery eyes fixed on him. "Zack, you need to do something about Bella," she snapped.

Zack, already burdened by the weight of his earlier meeting with Selena, felt a fresh wave of weariness wash over him. He pinched the bridge of his nose, willing away the throbbing headache threatening to bloom.

"What has she done this time?" he groaned with exhaustion.

"I saw her leaving," Ivy said with conviction as if she had seen Bella leaving by herself.

Zack's head snapped up, a flicker of concern sparking in his eyes. "What? Leaving where?" His mind raced, conjuring a thousand anxieties. 'Why would she leave in such a hurry? Did she receive bad news? Maybe a call from the hospital?'