Lily stepped into her apartment, a hollow feeling clinging to her chest. The tears she had been holding back finally streamed down her face. She felt the weight of the world on her shoulders, the memory of the restroom conversation gnawing at her mind. The laughter, the mockery—it echoed in her thoughts, amplifying her pain.
She couldn't fathom that Kade had kept such a significant part of himself hidden from her. The tears blurred her reflection in the mirror as she stared at herself, the image of her ruined makeup reflecting her shattered emotions. Just hours ago, she had been brimming with happiness, reunited with her best friend and enjoying Kade's unwavering support.
She tossed her dress aside, feeling exposed and vulnerable. Her phone chimed with a message from Kade, but she couldn
