CHAPTER 146: TRUSTED LOYALTY.

Feeling a heaviness in his heart, Tyler excused himself quietly from the gathering, his thoughts consumed by the memories of Lana. He made his way upstairs to the balcony, seeking solace in the vast expanse of the sea stretching out before him.

Resting his hands on the railing, Tyler closed his eyes and allowed the gentle breeze to caress his face, carrying with it fragments of his bittersweet recollections. The memories came unbidden, flooding his mind with the intensity of their connection.

He could vividly recall the scent of Lana's hair, the sound of her moans mingling with his own, and the warmth of their bodies intertwined. He could almost taste the sweetness of her lips and feel the softness of her touch. They had shared moments of intense passion and whispered promises of forever.

But now, Lana's absence gnawed at Tyler's soul, an ache that grew with each passing day. The longing within him became a constant companion, a reminder of the void left by her departure. He clung des