Caterina I laid on my side and felt the pain from being away from him. It hurt each time I closed my eyes replaying the memories we shared, and the horror of Lucien’s heartbroken expression. I never wanted to push him away, but it would be harder to do later. So, I made myself do it before I fell even deeper for him. I wiped my tears when I heard the door open and close. Rose laid next to me running her fingers through my hair whispering, “Shhh, it’s okay sweetheart. I’ll deal with your father later, but right now you need me. I'm here” “It hurts so f*****g bad. Why does it hurt so much?” I convulsed, breaking down in her arms. “I know, let it all out. I’m right here.” I know she’s not my mother, but right now she’s the closest thing I have to one. I kept my eyes closed, when I heard

