Chapter 1 David's and Anna love story

Their paths crossed at a mutual friend's party, where David was reluctantly tagging along with his coworker, Rachel. Rachel was a bubbly and outgoing person who had a knack for making friends wherever she went. She had been trying to set David up with someone for months, but he had always declined. This time, she convinced him to give it a shot, promising that the party would be "low-key" and that he wouldn't have to stay for long.

As David mingled with the guests, he spotted Anna across the room, her hair tied up in a messy bun, and her hands gesturing animatedly as she spoke to a group of people. He was drawn to her energy and couldn't help but watch her from afar. That's when he noticed her talking to Tom, a charismatic entrepreneur who had a reputation for being charming but also ruthless in business.

Tom had a history with Anna, having dated her briefly a few years ago. Though their relationship didn't work out, they remained friends, and Tom often sought Anna's opinion on his business ventures. As David observed Anna and Tom laughing together, he felt a pang of curiosity. Who was this captivating woman, and what was her story?