Chapter Twenty Five

Ayva’s POV

"Zion," I began, my voice trembling as I struggled to find the right words. The bitter taste of what I was about to say lingered in my mouth. "Did I... love you?"

He nodded, tears streaming down his face. "You did. You loved me with all your heart, and I... I took it for granted," he choked out. "I took your love for granted. When Amanda found out, she was furious and..."

His voice trailed off, his grip on my legs weakening.

"And what, Zion?" I almost screamed, desperation and confusion consuming me.

No response.

I knelt beside him, my heart pounding in my chest, only to discover that he had passed out His tears staining his face.

I felt like the most despicable person in the world. Disgust washed over me as I realized the extent of my betrayal towards Amanda, an affair with her husband. Yet, despite my actions, Amanda had shown me forgiveness and cared for me all these years, even when I nearly destroyed her relationship with Zion.

I started to question everything I had