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"Nothing is inherently wrong with caring for her," Layla admitted, her voice carrying a touch of vulnerability. "However, it's what we are doing to her that concerns me," she continued, her words laden with a sense of anguish. Her grip on the glass tightened further, as if channeling her frustration through the object.

In response, Giovanni let out a weary sigh, recognizing the conflict within Layla and the genuine concern that fueled her resistance. Though he hoped for her understanding, he knew the decision they had made wasn't an easy one to accept.

"Layla, please," Giovanni implored, his voice a mixture of weariness and pleading, his eyes reflecting the weight of the burden they both carried. He longed for Layla's support, hoping she would find solace in their shared purpose.

Unable to ignore the doubts that plagued her, Layla shook her head, her gestures mirroring her inner turmoil. With a heavy heart, she placed the glass in the dishwasher, as if attempting to dispel the tension