Ryan POV
The next morning, Kate seemed distant, her usual vibrant self overshadowed by a quiet reserve. Despite her changed demeanor, I made sure to fulfill her wishes, hoping to lift her spirits before our departure. Throughout the journey home, a heavy silence hung in the air, broken only by the occasional rustle of leaves or the soft hum of the car engine.
I longed to break the silence, to reach out to her and bridge the growing chasm between us. But I was paralyzed by uncertainty, unsure of what to say or how to apologize without risking further misunderstanding. The weight of my unspoken words hung heavy on my heart, a burden I could no longer bear.
As the days turned into weeks, Kate's distance became a constant ache, a reminder of the void that had formed between us. I yearned fo
