That night, we talked of everything and nothing.
I was finally free.
I didn’t have to hide, even behind a version of myself I created. We didn’t have to sneak around. I wasn’t worried that someone would find us, nor was I constantly checking to make sure I wasn’t late for something or where I should be.
I felt freedom for the first time in years, and it was airy bliss.
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The next morning, it was Tia who timidly knocked on my door. I had awoken in Ezra’s arms and ffter he helped me walk to the bathroom, even though I felt better than I had in ages, he finally agreed to give me some space to get ready.
I went to my closet and couldn’t find anything I even remotely liked. It wasn’t just because of the memories these dated dresses held. I purposely chose the clothes that weren’t righ
