Chapter 102

HAILEE.

As Sebastian carefully wrapped my hand with his shirt, a wave of comfort washed over me, despite the pain that radiated through my injured hand. His touch was gentle, his concern evident in the way his brows furrowed and his eyes searched mine for answers.

"What happened, Hailee?" he asked, his voice filled with worry and urgency. I gazed into his eyes, my own brimming with tears that threatened to spill over at any moment. The weight of the events that had unfolded, the pain and confusion that consumed me, suddenly became too overwhelming to bear.

Unable to find the words to express the depth of my emotions, I simply looked at him and let the tears flow freely down my cheeks. They were tears of anguish, of longing for the parents I had lost, and the burden of responsibility that now weighed heavily on my shoulders. I clung to Sebastian, seeking solace in his arms, hoping that his presence could somehow ease the turmoil within me.

As I wept, thoughts of my parents flooded my