Chapter 93

• The idea of finding peace in the depths was tempting, but he quickly shook his head, refusing to succumb to such weakness. His father had raised him to face his problems head-on, not to run away from them.
• “No,” he muttered to himself, determination creeping back in. “I’m stronger than this.” He took another drink, feeling the warmth spread through his body, but he knew he had to confront his pain, not hide from it.
• Lewis felt the weight of his heartbreak settle heavily on his chest. He realized that while he might be hurting now, he had the strength to rise above it. He wouldn’t let Lily’s choices define him or his worth.