Ellis sat in her classroom, lost in thought, missing Vittorio. She glanced at her phone, hoping to find a message from him, but there was nothing. A wave of uncertainty and worry washed over her, causing her to question if she had rushed in declaring her love.

As her professor explained the ongoing assignment, Ellis was immersed in her own world, unable to focus on the words echoing in the room. Her heart longed for Vittorio's presence, and she wondered if he was okay.

Suddenly, ...