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Chapter 126: Breaking Barriers

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The morning sunlight streamed through the large windows of the Johnson estate, casting a golden hue on the pristine marble floors. Ethan remained seated in the dining room long after Emma had left. Her words echoed in his mind, stirring emotions he had buried long ago.

He had promised to try, but what did that even mean? For someone like him, trying meant fighting for control, asserting dominance, and keeping emotions at bay. Letting someone in required vulnerability, and that terrified him.

Jake entered the room, his usual stoic expression in place. “Sir, the doctor has arrived for your therapy session.”

Ethan frowned. “I thought Emma was supposed to handle my therapy.”

“She insisted on bringing in a specialist for today,” Jake explained. “She said she’ll join once you’re ready.”

Ethan sighed, running a hand through his hair. “Fine. Let’s get this over with.”

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Emma stood outside the therapy room, watching as the specialist worked with Ethan. She had intentionally taken a step back
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