(Lydia)The sunlight streamed through the curtains, warm and unrelenting. I blinked against it, my body heavy with exhaustion. The events of last night clung to me like a dark cloud, and the lingering images of Lucien’s face, the cold glint of his gun, and the sound of Ben’s shot echoed in my mind. My stomach churned violently, pulling me from my thoughts. I barely made it to the bathroom before I was on my knees, retching into the toilet.The taste of bile burned my throat, and tears stung my eyes as I leaned back, gripping the cool porcelain for support. My body trembled, and I let out a shaky breath, willing myself to calm down. Behind me, I heard Thomas stir. His footsteps were soft but quick, and within moments, he was by my side.“Lydia,” he said gently, crouching down beside me. His voice was filled with concern, his hand warm on my back as he rubbed soothing circles. “Are you okay?”I nodded weakly, though I didn’t feel okay at all. “Just... I think it’s everything from last n
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