Chapter 71

With a gentle sigh, I closed the door behind me, its soft click marking the end of our embrace. The warmth of Levi's presence still lingered on my skin, a lingering reminder of the love and strength we shared. I stood there for a moment, absorbing the tranquility of the hallway before taking slow steps towards my room.

As I entered the familiar sanctuary, a refuge from the chaos of the outside world, I felt a surge of gratitude for the haven I called my own. The soft glow of moonlight filtered through the curtains, casting a gentle illumination across the room. The air was calm, filled with the soothing scent of lavender that permeated the space.

With each step closer to my comfy bed, the weight of the day's events settled upon me like a heavy blanket. The echoes of the skirmish replayed in my mind, the image of my dad's face etched with worry and pain searing into my consciousness. Tears welled up in my eyes, glistening like diamonds in the moonlight, as the realization hit me with a