ETHAN

I was patiently waiting in my room for Gerald to return. I was in panic as I thought about the possibilities of Adrian convincing Ava completely to choose him over me. The door soon opened, and Gerald walked into the room. I sat up when I saw him.

"Where is Adrian?" That was the first question that escaped my lips when I saw Adrian.

"He left already," Gerald replied.

He sat on the bed beside me. We were both quiet for a while, and I decided to spill my bother.

"Why did she keep running back to Adrian even after he tried raping her thrice?" I asked Gerald.

He...