Ava

Night had fallen, and I lay in bed, restless and unable to sleep. I tossed and turned, my mind racing with thoughts of what had transpired earlier. Caspian had chosen to sleep in another room, giving me space as our relationship drew to a close.

As I lay there, I couldn't shake off the feeling of unease. Was this really how our fake relationship would end? Just like that?

Unable to calm my racing thoughts, I threw off the covers and got out of bed. I padded downstairs, my bare feet making barely a sound on the cold floor.

As I entered the living room, my eyes landed on...