Whispers of a Second Chance
The world outside faded away, leaving only the two of us, lost in our own private universe.
The quiet intimacy of our moment was shattered by the sound of footsteps approaching. Daryl's head snapped up, his gaze instantly shifting to the doorway.
A tall figure filled the opening, his eyes scanning the room before settling on me. Laxus. He carried a basket overflowing with colorful fruits, his movements a practiced ease. He placed the basket on the table, the clatter of the woven basket against the wood a jarring intrusion.
"Hey," he greeted us, his voice a casual rumble, but his gaze remained fixed on me, a silent question hanging in the air. Daryl, his expression a mixture of amusement and