A Cracking Boundary, Part 2Fate, however, seemed determined to push the limits of their restraint until those fragile boundaries finally gave way.As Aixa walked toward the small pond tucked into the dim corner of the garden, her steps came to an abrupt halt.There, beneath the soft glow of the garden lights, stood Elio. He was staring silently at the water, his shoulders slumped with quiet exhaustion.Hearing the crunch of gravel beneath her feet, Elio turned.He looked just as surprised to see her.For several long moments, they simply stood there, facing one another in the suffocating silence of the night."I... I just wanted to get some fresh air before going back to my room to pack my things," Elio said first, breaking the awkward silence. His voice carried an unspoken explanation, as if assuring her he had never intended to break his promise to keep his distance.Aixa gave a faint nod."So did I."The words nearly caught in her throat. Hearing him mention packing his things sen
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