Aria’s POV
I stared at the pink paper in my hands like it was poison. My hands trembled as I held the paper like it would somehow see what I was feeling.
The little heart at the corner felt like it was mocking me.
My fingers trembled as I read it again, slower this time, as if rereading it would somehow change the words.
Ethan,
I know you miss me. I felt it today. Some connections never die. Meet me soon—before she gets too attached.
—Valarie
The date at the bottom was today. I chuckled to myself, feeling stupid for believing Ethan ever loved me.
My chest tightened, like something invisible was squeezing the air out of my lungs.
“Aria…” Ethan’s voice came cautiously in front of me. His eyes were locked on me and his brows drawn together.
I turned slowly, holding the letter up bet
