Sophia
Eric and I reluctantly pulled apart from our embrace as he tenderly kissed my hands. I looked up into his eyes, and my heart skipped a beat. "Get some rest, my beautiful Sophia," he whispered, his voice filled with affection.
His gaze lingered for a moment, and then he turned to leave. I watched him walk away, feeling a mix of excitement and anticipation for our upcoming date later on tonight.
As I entered my apartment, a sense of emptiness filled me. Eric wasn't here to accompany me inside. The cold air made me shiver, and I longed for the warmth of his touch once more.
I walked straight to the bathroom, feeling the weight of loneliness on my shoulders. Stripping off my clothes, I turned on the faucet, letting the water flow until it was hot enough for me to step in.
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