Late night was always the time to settle down, a mug of coffee by the young journalist's side as she plunged herself into work.
Tessa's life had become a solitary endeavor, consumed by the relentless pursuit of truth and justice. She had made the difficult decision to leave her job, relying instead on her savings to sustain her as she delved deeper into the mysteries surrounding her father's death.
Days blurred into nights as she poured over documents and clues, her world narrowing to the confines of her own home. She rarely ventured outside, the weight of her task pressing down on her with every passing moment.
The absence of Josh only added to her isolation, the bitter sting of their breakup still fresh in her mind. How dare he accuse her of obsession, of madness? As if her quest for justice was anything less than noble.
