LOGINSienna's POV
My sobs slowly faded, though my body still trembled. I wiped away my tears with the back of my hand, still hiccuping as I tried to breathe. The ache remained, but at least now I could breathe a little easier. Liliana led me to the sofa without many words. She wrapped a blanket around me, then disappeared into the kitchen and returned with a warm glass of water. Her hand touched my shoulder gently as she offered it to me. I accepted it, though my hands were still shaking. A sip of that warm water slid down my throat like a quiet hug, comforting without needing any explanation. I sat with my knees pulled to my chest, wrapped in silence that somehow felt warmer than any words. Liliana sat beside me, not forcing me to speak. Just being there. Sometimes, that was exactly what I needed—someone who didn’t try to fix me, just stayed. The ticking of the wall clock was soft. Outside the window, the city remained awake under the glow of ambSienna's POV The realization of how beautiful things can be seemed effortless to me.Suddenly the shopping cart beside me suddenly twitched and brushed my foot."Sorry, I'm sorry," exclaimed a girl.With a smile on my face, I declared, "That's fine." A small boy beside her seemed to be pushing the cart with a nervous demeanor.I caught sight of the boy with curious eyes, and he proceeded to hide behind his mother's back.I laughed softly and crouched down a bit.“You're doing a good job helping your mom, that's all right." She chuckled with relief and thanked her, then left. While gazing at the petite face of a little boy, Then sighed quietly.I briefly laid eyes on Noah before he disappeared.Running across the living room, Alternatively, while moaning behind the curtains. Thinking I couldn't see him.I proceeded slowly through the aisles. I gaze at the shelves, perched on top of colorful patterns.There was an ease in this un
Sienna's POV I experienced a gentle stroll that afternoon. The sun had begun to move towards the west, and its golden rays were spreading across the pavement. As the breeze gently blew into my hair, I could smell coffee and toast from the rows of cafés in this street. Walking slowly, I embraced my small bag and let the thought slip away in an unfocused manner. I couldn't shake off the words from Livia:Your words suggest that you have found peace with yourself.Maybe she was right, I thought. At one point, my movements were so rapid, I felt like I was walking in an endless loop.It's possible that it was my initial encounter with someone I had not seen in a long time.The colors of the sky were softly changing, the shadows of trees gliding across the pavement, and strangers' laughter provided comfort. It was not just a matter of observation.A small bookstore situated at the corner of the street was where I stood. Several new novels were showcased in the win
Sienna's POV My lips softened as I giggled. "I might take a break." My work desk at home has remained untidened as of now.She playfully told her that they should all be quiet, but her tone was clear. “You merit it." We both smiled. We maintained a comfortable silence as we didn't need to end the conversation, but because we both knew it was not time for grand conclusions. At times, it's just a relief that we've made it to this point.Closing my eyes for a second, I thought about what the cafe was doing and its. My first experience wasn't involving any evidence. I just wanted to enjoy this small talk, a cup of coffee, a friendly chat and the peace I’d not felt for months.With a soft voice, Livia glanced at me once more. "You're doing great, Sienna," she said softly. “You not only found yourself through that story but also your work as well." Despite the sudden surge of emotions, I swallowed deeply to keep my composure. "I'm proud of where I came from
Sienna's POV The room became quieter when I glanced at her. The outside noise echoed with only the faint sound of traffic, while inside they were simply talking to two friends who had been through a lot.It dawned on me that Livia was more than just an editor or a writer.She witnessed all aspects of my life, from the time I wrote out of frustration to the moment I dared to write truthfully.After hearing her words, I retreated to my chair. My writing always made me cry, not because of sadness but because I felt someone understood my words. The pain, loss, and hope that I had concealed between the lines had somehow reached out to another person. How fortunate! It was magical.I breathed deeply, examining my fingers as they stretched. Memories of prolonged writing nights, such as dim desk lighting, typing in silence, and iced coffee always seem to fade away before I could finish. It was as though each moment had been part of a long journey and now it feels all t
Sienna's POV Within a few minutes of Liam's departure, I was still in my seat, ogling the remains from inside me. As the café became more bustling, glasses clinked, laughter broke out, and an espresso machine hummed up. My thoughts persisted at the table, lingering on despite the gentle conversations and unsettling looks. The silence was too much to articulate.My mind took a deep breath, trying to keep my focus level. I should have felt relieved. At last, there was no longer any sense of anger or regret. Still though, I felt the feeling. It's possible that I wasn't entirely sure about our relationship after this. Possibly due to my persistent hesitation to trust once more, I had lost all faith.I reflected on the cup in front of me, reflecting on an earlier moment. The softness of Liam's eyes, his silent expression, as if he recognized my lack of readiness. That should have been enough. It was clear to me that a relationship like ours, which had been broken and now b
Sienna's POV The words stuck with me, but I didn't know why. His tone was one of acceptance rather than sadness or regret. This morning, maybe it was that. Why is that? Both of us had stopped running and were gradually relearning to walk together.The door was half open, and I could smell the faint espresso odor.Liam stared at me briefly before dismounting his seatbelt. “Come on." After that, I nodded and opened the door and walked out.We reached a tiny coffee shop situated close to Noah's school. The place was not busy earlier, only a handful of customers perusing laptops or newspapers.A friendly smile was seen on the barista as she asked what they wanted to order.With a smile on his face, Liam nodded and asked if he wanted 'two cappuccinos and chocolate croissants'.I chuckled. "I'm really into chocolate croissants. What could it be?”"I'm surprised to hear that you had a liking for those," he said.“You’re welcome to see all of







