“Emma, what do you really want?”The question hung heavy in the cold afternoon air after coming out of Rex’s mouth. A light drizzle dampened his shoulders and soaked the cemetery ground. Suddenly, silence fell between us, leaving behind the scent of wet earth and the gentle rustle of wind through frangipani leaves.My eyes instantly welled up with tears. I stood frozen, trying to take in every inch of his eagle-like gaze so gentle yet so demanding of certainty."I...I've thought everything through carefully, Rex," I said, my voice trembling heavily as I tried to steady myself, even though my chest felt tight. "I know how our relationship has to end."I wiped the corners of my eyes, which were beginning to well up, and held back the sobs rising in my throat."I know my place, Rex," I continued softly. My tears finally fell, streaming down my cheeks alongside the drizzle. "I know I've hurt you so much all this time."Rex didn’t interrupt. He stood tall, letting the evening breeze play w
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