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2023-07-06 07:00:00Max sat behind the wheel of the police car, his hands tightly gripping the steering wheel as he observed Rose making her way towards the hospital entrance. Conflicting emotions surged within him, battling for dominance. Should he go to her? Should he seize this opportunity to apologize, to express his regrets for not saying anything that might have helped her remember him, so she doesn't think he was awkward?
Lark, his cynical and mischievous partner, sat beside him, watching Rose's retreating figure with a smirk. "Well, well, Max. Look who decided to show up," Lark jeered, his tone laced with sarcasm. "You really think she wants to see you? Don't forget, she's married now, and way out of your league."
Max shot Lark a stern glare, his jaw clenched tightly. "You don't understand, Lark. It's not about that. I need to apologize, to explain myself," he asserted, his voice ting
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"No, Sebastian!" Rose's voice erupted in a piercing scream, her hands instinctively clasping tightly over her quivering mouth. Her eyes widened with a mix of fear and defiance as she summoned the courage to challenge him.Sebastian, his expression darkening, fixed his intense gaze upon her, the weight of his stare causing a chilling sensation to crawl down her spine. With an ominous tone, he demanded an explanation for her audacious response."What do you mean by 'no'?" Sebastian's voice resonated with a menacing undertone, filling the room as he leaned forward, refusing to divert his penetrating gaze from her face. The power dynamic between them shifted palpably, and Rose sensed the magnitude of her defiance."We simply cannot not have the baby,Sebastian," Rose stated, his voice heavy with anguish as tears streamed down his face. Rose, o
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The hospital room was quiet, bathed in the soft glow of muted light. Rose was lying on the bed with her eyes closed, unaware of the presence that silently entered the room. Sebastian, accompanied by Damian, was wheeled in, his worn and weary form occupying the space beside her.As Rose stried from her sleep, her eyes fluttered open, adjusting to the dimly lit room. At the sight of Sebastian, her breath caught in her throat, a mix of shock and uncertainty coursing through her veins. She couldn't help but be taken aback by his unexpected presence, his mere existence in her life a constant reminder of the tangled web that surrounded them.Sebastian's gaze, fixed upon Rose, held no discernible emotion. It was as if he were a statue, frozen in time, his features hardened and impenetrable. In that moment, Rose grappled with conflicting emotions, torn between seeking pity from the man who had
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Rose stood up from the bathroom, her face still stained with tears, and took a deep breath to steady herself. She whispered to herself, "Stop crying, Rose," as if trying to muster some strength to face what lay ahead. With determination in her eyes, she left her room and quietly made her way to Sebastian's room, her heart pounding in her chest.As she stood in front of the door to his room, her fingers trembled slightly as she reached for the doorknob. She took another deep breath, as if preparing herself for whatever she might find inside. With a hesitant push, the door creaked open, and she slipped inside, her senses immediately enveloped by the familiar scent of Sebastian's space.The room was dimly lit, with the soft glow of a lamp casting shadows along the walls. Rose's gaze scanned the room, her eyes falling upon Sebastian's large wardrobe. A flicker of determination crossed her features as she walked over to it. She fumbled with the handles of th
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