Iris’ Pov The house felt too small, too quiet. It was suffocating. I needed to get out, even if just for a little while. I put on my jacket, grabbed my purse, and made my way out the door. I had no destination in mind, just needed to walk, to clear my head.As I walked down the street, the cool air brushing against my face, I tried to push thoughts of Orchard away. It wasn’t easy, though. Everywhere I went, memories of him followed. His smile, his touch, the way he used to make me feel so safe. And now, everything felt like it had shattered in an instant.I was lost in my thoughts when a black car pulled up beside me. My heart raced, and my first instinct was to step back, unsure of who it was. The tinted window rolled down slowly, and I felt a wave of fear wash over me. But then I saw his face. Orchard’s father.“Miss Iris,” he said kindly. “May I have a moment of your time?”I hesitated for a second, I wasn’t sure if I was ready to talk to anyone about what had happened, but someth
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