Abruptly, Ivan turned to face her, his eyes filled with a a very unfamiliar look. His voice cut through the air as he spoke. He was so distant. "You're right, Natalie," he declared, the words landing like a dagger to her heart. "You have hurt me, time and time again. And yes, I have been a coward, hiding away from you in this room. Perhaps it's best if we end everything."The room seemed to spin around Natalie, her breath catching in her throat. The pain within her intensified, tearing at her heart. She searched Ivan's face, seeking to see the man she had trusted so deeply, only to find a stranger in his place."No," she whispered, her voice filled with determination. "Ivan, this isn't you. We can't let everything crumble like this. Please, talk to me. Tell me what's going on."Ivan's gaze wavered, the walls he had built around himself showing signs of cracks. He paused, battling with his emotions. His eyes seemed to soften for a while, and Natalie began having hopes again. She just di
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