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VIVIANA

I lay there, worn out and content after being with him. I stared at the ceiling. Everything felt unreal. Like I was caught between reality and a dream.

Phin moved beside me, and before I knew it, he was out of bed. "Where are you going?" I asked, turning to follow him.

He gave me a soft smile, that boyish charm that somehow melted away years of fear and pain. "Just starting something for you," he replied, disappearing into the bathroom. The sound of running water filled the room, and I couldn't help but smile at the thought of him preparing a bath for me.

He returned, his eyes dancing as he lifted me from the bed. "Phin, I can walk," I protested, though I didn't really mean it. I felt safe in his arms, his strength reminding me that I didn't have to do everything alone anymore.

He shook his head as he laughed. "I want to carry you," he insisted. "Besides, you've earned it."

I chuckled, leaning into him as he carried me to the bathroom. "I doubt Marilee's feet ever touch the
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