16

While I was still a prisoner in Randall's pack, I began to notice that her actions and behavior suggested a romantic interest in me. His affectionate gestures and carefully chosen gifts made me more and more intrigued by his intentions.

On a sunny afternoon, while I was in my cell, I heard a slight scratch on the door. To my surprise, Randall came in, bringing with him a small object wrapped in a piece of cloth.

"Stella, I found this and immediately thought of you," he said, with an affectionate smile on his face. Carefully, he unpacked the object revealing a delicate star-shaped pendant.

I was speechless when I received the gift, observing the soft glow of the pendant in my hands. It was an unexpected gesture, but full of meaning. It was as if Randall wanted to remind me of his presence and the bond that was beginning to form between us.

While I held the pendant, our eyes met and I realized the intensity of the feeling he was trying to convey. There was something more than just frien