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Ava POV

After dropping Charlotte off at her destination, she waved goodbye with a warm smile, and I reciprocated the gesture, watching her disappear from sight. As Aaron swiftly maneuvered the car, heading towards my place, I couldn't help but feel emotions swirling within me. The silence between us was palpable, hanging heavy in the air like a thick fog. Despite the tension that lingered from our earlier conversation about my feelings, I found solace in the familiarity of being alone with Aaron once again.

As we drove through the familiar streets, the gentle hum of the engine providing a soothing background noise, I stole glances at Aaron, trying to decipher the emotions playing across his features. His jaw was set, his eyes fixed on the road ahead, but there was a softness in his gaze that hadn't been there before. It was as if a veil had been lifted, revealing a vulnerability that I hadn't noticed until now.

After what felt like an eternity, Aaron finally broke the silence, his vo