~LAYLA~
The moment I step into my room, I am hit by another wave of exhaustion. My body aches, my head is heavy, and my mind…
I'm just so tired.
After closing the door behind me, I place the plate of chocolate cake on the small center table in the room near my bed. Aunt Gaia’s kindness is something I am still in awe of, and even though I am too drained to think too deeply about it right now, that doesn't stop me from reminding myself that she has shown me nothing but love and kindness since the moment I met her.
And I really appreciate that.
Cursing under my breath, I kick off the damn heels that have been killing me all day and sigh in relief when my feet finally touch the cold floor. Then, with exhausted, sluggish movements, I undo the zipper of my dress and let it pool at my feet.
