Chapter 29

• Eric's eyes grow distant, lost in the painful memories, “I witnessed their struggle. The love and tension, the heartbreak. It made me wary of deep bonds. I didn't want to put anyone through that kind of pain. That's why I've been hot and cold with you, Soraya. I'm afraid of hurting you, same as being hurt myself.”
• Soraya's heart aches for Eric. She reaches up, cupping his face with her hands. “Eric, I'm so sorry you had to go through that.”
• Soraya looks up at Eric, her eyes full of concern and love, “Eric, please, tell me everything.”