Clayton's heart raced as he absorbed Camden's words, realizing the depth of her fear and longing. It pained him to hear how much she wanted Matt, but his spirits lifted when he grasped the underlying truth: she didn't want to lose him. He couldn't help but hope that their love could prevail despite the challenges they faced. Determined to mend their fractured bond, Clayton decided to confront the issue head-on. "You're scared I'm going to hurt you again. You're scared I'm going to let you down," he stated, the words laced with both vulnerability and determination. Camden's eyes glistened with unshed tears as she met his gaze and nodded. Acknowledging her fears, Clayton mirrored her nod, understanding the weight of her worries. "We've discussed this before, Cam. Back at the medical center,"
