Chapter 128JewelA kaleidoscope of memories, fragmented and disjointed, flickers through my mind. My life, a chaotic slideshow of joy and sorrow, love and loss.I'm a child again, nestled between Mom Alice and Dad Dominic in their massive bed. The room is warm and cozy, filled with the scent of lavender and old books. Mom Alice is singing a lullaby, her voice soft and soothing. Dad Dominic is grumbling about the noise, but I can see the secret smile playing on his lips. He loves it, despite his protests.The scene shifts, and I'm wobbling on a bicycle, my heart pounding with fear and excitement. Jace is running alongside me, his hand steadying the bike, his voice encouraging. "You got this, Jewel! Just keep pedaling!" I crash, inevitably, but Jace is there to pick me up, dusting me off and offering words of encouragement.I'm a pre-teen, my face flushed with anger, my fist connecting with Jaxon's jaw. He's grinning, unfazed by my outburst. He stole my first kiss, a clumsy, awkward pe
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