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—Samantha—The moment Ryan mentioned our next meeting was with Dalton at a restaurant, a chill ran down my spine.That man’s name alone was enough to stir a whirlwind of emotions I'd rather keep buried.Ryan noticed my sudden stillness. “If you're uncomfortable, Virginia or maybe Mira could accompany me,” he offered gently.I shook my head, determination hardening my features. “No. I have to play the role of an assistant.”He looked at me, concern evident in his eyes. “Are you sure?”I met his gaze, my eyes cold and resolute. “Yes.”He nodded slowly. “Alright. We'll leave at two PM.”With that, he excused himself, leaving me alone with my thoughts.The upcoming meeting with Dalton loomed over me like a dark cloud. I wished I could avoid it, but running would only make me a coward. I had to face him.Lost in thought, I barely registered someone bumping into me until I nearly lost my balance.“Ah!” I gasped, catching myself just in time.Turning, I saw Virginia smirking wickedly at me.

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The hospital

—SAMANTHA—The ride home from the restaurant was a quiet one. Ryan didn’t say a word, and neither did I.The conversation with Dalton had left a strange taste in my mouth. It wasn’t fear, not really. It was a tightness in my chest, a familiar weight I hadn’t felt in a long time—the feeling of being watched, measured, and hunted by people who wore masks of politeness and business.As the city lights faded behind us and the calm suburbs of the estate came into view, I leaned my head back against the seat.The headache had returned, pulsing lightly behind my eyes. My whole body ached, and every time the car hit a bump, I felt it in my bones. Still, I said nothing.When we reached the house, the sky was already turning into soft hues of orange and lavender. The air was cooler now, carrying a breeze that ruffled my hair the moment I stepped out of the car. I didn’t wait for Ryan—I just walked straight in, heading up the stairs.I noticed Amore wasn't back from school yet.I needed a shower

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Let Ryan Go

-Samantha—When I woke up, the first thing I noticed was the silence.It was too quiet.The beeping machine beside me hummed rhythmically, but there were no voices, no footsteps outside the door, no familiar scent of Ryan’s cologne. I blinked groggily, adjusting my eyes to the soft light of the hospital room. The curtains were drawn slightly open, allowing a pale shaft of morning sunlight to spill in.“Ryan?” I murmured, rubbing my eyes with the back of my hand. My throat felt dry. “Ryan…”No answer.I sat up slowly, the movement making my head swim for a moment. My mouth opened to call for him again, louder this time—but I paused.Suddenly, I felt hot.Too hot.Why is it hot?Despite the low hum of the air conditioning vent above me and the coolness of the tiled floor, my skin was burning. My chest felt tight, and the air around me felt... thick. Suffocating.That was when I saw him.A shadow by the chair in the corner of the room.No, not a shadow.A man.Dalton.He sat there, legs

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Virginia

—SAMANTHA—I had promised myself I wouldn’t get distracted.Not by the past.Not by Dalton.Not by the weight of the world that tried to drown me every time I took a step forward.But plans have a way of slipping between your fingers when you’re dealing with someone like Dalton. He’s like a shadow in a locked room—you don’t know when he got there, but you feel him even in your breath. I had to be cautious. Until I took back everything I lost, until I tore him apart with my own hands… I had to play the fool. Pretend. Delay the truth.Even if that meant walking into the lion’s den with a smile.The next morning, the house was quiet. I walked into Amore’s room only to find her bed already empty and neatly folded. The nanny must’ve taken her to school. I sighed and stood by the window for a while, watching the wind sway the trees, trying to quiet the ache in my chest.Minutes gone. I dragged myself into the bathroom, then turned on the shower and stood under the hot spray longer than I sh

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The hospital

Let Ryan Go

Virginia