21. No Summer, no peace.
Summer Cooper’s message vault to Dominic Pauls: Nic, I’ve been to more than thirty-seven cities—each one beautiful and each one stealing a little piece of my heart. I don’t remember ever feeling happier in my life. I only wish I could share this dream with you. With love, Someone proud of herself, Summer. 21. No Summer, no peace. Dominic. I walk silently behind her. I have to clench my hands into fists to control the urge to scoop her into my arms and carry her. Her feet are bare, just like the last time we were in a situation like this. She’s wearing that same white cardigan, and her hair is just as soaked from the rain. But unlike that night, there’s no joy or light in her eyes. I shove my hands into the pockets of my sweatpants and look away, always one step behind her. As we p
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