Amara’s POV
Am I dreaming?
I can't help but hold my breath as I observe his every breath, jaw-dropping gaze, and lips which I long to kiss again. I stared overwhelmed and utterly speechless for that brief minute as I stare at him in disbelief.
"And Amara... You probably hate me because it took me so long to answer... I thought it would be simple to leave you there, but I can't... I can't act like I don't love you anymore. It doesn't matter how many summers pass; I still love you and want you..." he confessed.
My heart raced with relief when I finally realized he was still alive. But I don't understand why he's back after not showing up for a year.
"Did you hide from everyone?" I asked.
There was a pain in his eyes as he said, "I'm trying to protect you from everyone else. It's be
