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Chapter 3

Author: Scarlett Flame
I hung up the phone, turning down Ava’s offer to come over and keep me company.

Sadly, the memories from last night kept replaying in my mind.

The way his strong arms held me close, his warm breath against my skin, and the sweet, whispered promises that made the bed frame rattle all night.

I shook my head sharply, trying to push the thoughts away. I curled up on my bed, hugging my knees to my chest.

My mind kept flipping between the Ethan who used to be so kind to me when we were kids and the cold, careless Ethan from today.

I only managed to fall into a fitful sleep as dawn broke. Ethan hadn’t sent a single message all night.

Once, when I got drunk and disappeared for a few hours, Ethan had nearly lost his mind trying to reach me.

After that, he insisted we say goodnight every evening, just so he knew I was safe. It had become our habit, a small, comforting ritual.

It was funny how even habits built over years could be shattered in a single night. Maybe this was for the best.
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