78. The Last Chance
Amelia
When the door closes, my legs no longer support me, and I collapse to the floor. I lie down in a fetal position. Why does everything have to be so complicated? Why does the pain that had already gone away return with such force? My screams echo through the house like a wounded animal, and I don't understand why. I was supposed to have moved on, to have everything clear inside me, but he comes with his stupid anniversary gift, as if nothing had happened. Was he always such an i***t, and I just didn't realize it? My tears keep flowing uncontrollably. But amidst my sobs, I manage a smile. After that kiss, I was a step away from asking him not to leave. But my pride builds a barrier. And fear doubles it.
I'm acknowledging that I'm very afraid of loving again becau
