Chapter 39: The ChaseSummary: Fueled by his devastating realization, Leo discovers Elara is flying out of the country for her new role. He races against time to the airport, navigating traffic and terminal crowds in a frantic, desperate bid to reach her before she disappears from his life forever. The chase is a physical manifestation of his internal race against his own pride and fear, culminating in a dramatic, public confrontation at the gate.---The text from a talkative former colleague was a gut punch: “Heard Archer’s already flying out. Apex is moving fast! Flight 422, 8 PM. Guess that’s really