Cassandra POV
It's been weeks since I last saw Marcus, and it’s clear he’s been avoiding me despite my efforts to reach out. Each day, my heart aches at the thought of how close he has become with Lilith. I refuse to let these thoughts consume me, but the pain of missing him is real—I love him. The time apart has only intensified my feelings, and I acknowledge how deeply I’ve fallen for him.
I stand before the mirror, confronting the version of myself that feels like a mere shadow. I’ve struggled to eat and sleep, but I know that if Marcus were to show up, I would finally have the opportunity to address my feelings head-on.
When I hear a knock on the door, my heart races with the hope that it could be Marcus. I quickly get out of bed and stride to the door, ready to take face whatever h
