010 Broken Promises

The Saturday morning sun peeked through the gaps in Emily's curtains, casting mottled patches of light across her bed. The quiet hum of her phone vibrating on the nightstand broke the peaceful silence, and Emily rubbed her eyes before glancing at the screen. Ethan’s name flashed across it, and she hesitated for a moment before finally deciding to answer.

“Emily, can we talk? I’m waiting for you at the usual place.” Ethan’s voice came through the phone, laced with a hint of hope.

Emily paused, considering for a few seconds before agreeing. She knew that they needed to talk, that she needed to hear him out. She needed to understand his side of the story, but more importantly, she needed to express her own feelings and gain some closure.

She slipped into a simple dress and applied light makeup before heading out of her apartment. Her heart felt heavy with a mixture of emotions—she was uncertain of what this conversation would bring, but she knew it was something she had to face.

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