Chapter 26 Zayla's Collapse

• For sixteen years, Zayla harbored a deep and fervent love for Joaquin, safeguarding his presence within her heart as a cherished secret that no one else knew.
• As she lifted her gaze towards him now, a tumult of emotions surged within her—a poignant blend of tears and laughter intertwining within her being. With outstretched arms, she sought comfort in the familiar embrace of Joaquin, only to be met with his recoil, his avoidance of her touch a palpable rejection that pierced her to the core.
• In the desolation of that moment, raindrops descended upon Zayla's outstretched hand, each icy droplet sending a shiver coursing through her soul—a chilling reminder of the profound emptiness that now enveloped her heart.