Shattered Reflections
And now, she wasn’t sure if there was anything left to save.
With a shaky breath, Cassia rose from the couch and made her way to the large mirror that hung on the wall. She stared at her reflection, at the woman she had become. Her once flawless appearance was now marred by the toll of sleepless nights and endless worry. Her eyes, once bright with confidence, were now hollow and tired. She barely recognized herself.
And for the first time in a long time, she allowed herself to feel the full weight of her remorse.