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230. Too Late

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The Next Morning.

Olivia’s POV.

I woke up to emptiness, a huge void inside my heart.

Staring blankly at the white ceiling above, my mind replayed the events of last night.

His desperate plea. The way he looked at me as if I were the only thing that mattered. His silent withdrawal.

I shut my eyes, my heart breaking into pieces.

For the first time, I regretted ever letting him into my life. Not because I hate him, but because I hate myself for welcoming his kindness and generosity with open arms.

For giving him hope that never existed. For letting myself believe in second chances.

From the moment Dave came into my life, I should have realized that nothing else would ever be my priority, whether I liked it or not.

But breaking Ethan’s heart was never part of the plan, and I couldn’t turn back time. Neither could I undo my actions even if I wanted to.

If I must break Ethan’s heart to protect my son, so be it. I’d pay the price for caring for two people I can’t live without.

But no m
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