Rhea paced anxiously in her room, her phone clinging tightly in her hand. The room felt suffocating.
She has been trying to call Xavier, but he refused to pick up.
Tears welled up in Rhea's eyes as she left a message, her voice trembling with desperation.
"Hey, sweetheart, it's me, Mom." Rhea started, her voice cracking. "I know you're upset with me, and I understand why. But please, just hear me out. I never meant to hurt you. I love you so much, more than words can express. And I'm so sorry if I've done anything to greet her as she choked back a sob. Rhea wiped away the tears streaming down her face, her voice filled with longing as she continued.
A heavy sigh escaped Rhea's lips as she heard the dial tone, signaling that her son had refused to answer. She closed her eyes, praying fo
