Heat

Ava Wilson POV

I gaze at the overwhelming beauty surrounding me, never imagining that my life would lead me to this point where the future feels uncertain.

I used to dream of a life with Austin, having children and a loving family. But in the end, my family was taken away from me. I'm not scared; I'm just incredibly frustrated. I know it's my weakness to allow that man to have his way, but it doesn't mean it doesn't hurt.

My heart isn't simply pumping blood; it's aching deep inside. I feel like I want to die because my life has lost all meaning. It's how terrible this situation has made me feel.

Leo arrives with two plates of pancakes, interrupting my thoughts. He serves one plate to me and sits beside me.

"Here, taste it," Leo says, presenting the plate of pancakes. He looks at me with anticipation, waiting for my reaction.

"Looking delicious. I hope they taste as good as they look. Or are you trying to poison me?" I ask, knowing well that Leo would never betray anyone. However, I can