ASHINA’S POV

I felt Nathan's warm arms wrap around me, pulling me into a gentle embrace as I sobbed uncontrollably. My mind was a jumbled mess, unable to process what had happened or where I was. But in that moment, none of it mattered. All that mattered was Nathan's presence, his comfort…He whispered softly to me, telling me everything would be okay, and I believed him. I had to believe him.

As my sobs died down, I felt embarrassment creep in. I was surprised by my outburst, worried that ...