Frozen Love
“She left this for you before she went into cryo-sleep.”
Xavier took the ring carefully.
It was simple, platinum with a minimalist design.
But his eyes were instantly drawn to the engraving on the inside.
His own initials.
And just before them, a short message:
“Love Zave.”
Zave.
The nickname Starla used to call him when she was younger.
The moment he saw it, a sharp ache rose in his chest.
His vision blurred.
His throat tightened.
Tears threatened to fall.
Professor Zimmer sensed his emotions and quietly stepped away, leaving him alone.