I sank deeper into the warm embrace of the water, letting it cradle me as I tried to sort through the chaos of last night in my mind. The cabin was silent, except for the gentle lapping of water against the sides of the tub and a distant birdcall, and within that silence, I felt my thoughts echo loudly. My skin shimmered with droplets, a remnant of the comforting warmth turned into an ocean of anxiety. I could almost feel my heart trying to swim its way out of my chest, thrashing against the uncertainty around me.
The date with Aaron felt like a lifetime ago, a bright spot overshadowed by shadows since then. The way he looked at me made everything seem just right, like two puzzle pieces finally fitting together after years drifting in the cosmic void. But now, all I could see were his tro
