Chapter 6

Cristian's touch was gentle, almost reverent, as he slowly slipped the ring onto my finger before pulling me into his arms with fierce determination. It felt as though he was merging me into his very being, making me an inseparable part of his world.

After finishing our scrambled eggs,

Chapter 7

Cristian soon arranged for a professional therapist to assist me. With the therapist's guidance and Cristian's steadfast support, the nightmares that once tormented me began to dissipate. Those previously overwhelming emotions I had about the past now seemed easier to handle.

That morni

Chapter 8

Maddox's scream broke through the air, but to me, it seemed almost comical.

"You were never the one with stomach issues; that was always Cristian."

"Whenever I covered for you, shielding you from having to drink, I always thought to myself, if Cristian were still around, I'd protect hi