Pawn of Fate
The reality of what had just happened began to sink in, bringing with it a wave of conflicting emotions.
As I turned back to the mirror, something caught my eye. There, on the floor where we had stood, lay a small foil packet. Untorn. Unused.
My heart stopped.
With shaking hands, I picked up the condom, shoving it into my purse. Evidence of my recklessness, of a moment that had spiraled far beyond my control.
"Stupid, stupid, stupid," I muttered, smoothing down my dress and trying to tame my wild hair.
I took a deep breath, squaring my shoulders. One problem at a time, Emilia. First, find Mary. Then... well, I'd figure out the rest later.
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