CHAPTER 10

"Amidst the petals of desire, their souls entwined, creating a garden of emotions waiting to bloom."

Ava's POV:

The night went into its darkest facet but my mind was unable to process anything. The pain in my body has ebbed but the pain in my heart will never be.

As I lay curled on the cold floor, the darkness around me seemed to mirror the shadows within. The pain in my body was tangible, but the ache in my heart cut deeper. Conflicting emotions surged within me—love entwined with uncertainty, desire tangled with fear.

Slowly standing up, a hiss escaped my lips as a sharp pain jolted through my lower region. Physical agony became a manifestation of the emotional turmoil we grappled with. His name flashing on the screen was a trigger, evoking tears that blurred the line between love and heartbreak.

Cutting the call, I put the phone back on the table. Veering around, I had hardly taken a step when my phone rang again. Turning around, I saw his name.

"Hello," I answered hoarsely. Harsh