Chapter 26

• Roxy's body shudders with her cries, relinquishing control as the pain surges through her, tormenting every fiber of her being. The agony of that fateful day engulfs her, every cell resonating with excruciating torment. Sorrow and anguish pierce her heart, feeling unbearable, a desire to fade into oblivion overtaking her. Why couldn't it have been her who perished that day? Why?
• Suddenly, she senses the comforting touch of familiar hands. Without the need to look, she knows it's Andrew, surprised he hasn't left. He lifts her up, cradling her against his bare chest beneath the cascading water, as she weeps into his solid embrace, every tear a convulsive release. Gently lowering them both into the water, he remains silent, enveloping her in his warmth as she surrenders to the flood of suppressed emotions, trembling in his arms.
• The seemingly never-ending torrent of pain torments her heart, mind, and soul. Her body, burdened for so long, seeks respite. How can she put an end to this agonizing ache that plagues her every fiber?