Aira’s POV"I cooked something for you."The moment he stepped inside, the warm, rich aroma of freshly cooked food filled the air, making my stomach twist in hunger.He walked over to the bedside table and gently placed the tray down. The scent became even more overwhelming, coaxing my appetite to awaken."Come on, eat. Don't be shy," his tone was lighthearted.My thoughts were too tangled, too complicated to put into words. I didn't understand why he was being so kind to me.Ezekiel let out a soft chuckle. "Come on, it’s not poisoned."I hesitated but, eventually, forced my legs to move. I approached him and settled on the edge of the bed. He picked up the plate and handed it to me."Try it," he encouraged.I stared at the food for a long moment, debating whether or not to take a bite. A part of me resisted, but another part, a part that longed for warmth, comfort, and perhaps a little normalcy, won.I finally took a bite.The moment the flavors hit my tongue, my eyes widened in shoc
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