Now that I was in a relationship with both Elias and Ennis, an almost palpable sense of peace settled over the secluded cabin. The weight of unspoken desires and simmering tensions that had lingered for so long seemed to dissipate, replaced by a comfortable harmony. We all reveled in the newfound equilibrium, embracing the simple joys of everyday life together. The cabin, once a space fraught with yearning, transformed into a sanctuary of shared experiences and blossoming affection. Elias had made it possible, with the help of Ennis, to get me excused to finish the rest of my year of school “from home.” It felt better than I could ever imagine. If only I had looked into “homeschooling” sooner… I hated being in that building… And we were together in bed every single day and it continued t

