"I even unconsciously shy away from Aziel's closeness. I am terrified of him as well!"

Sarah's voice trembled as she confessed her deepest fears. The pain in Aziel's eyes weighed heavily on her heart, but she found herself unable to bear his physical proximity.

Nestled against Ariana's chest, Sarah despaired, her voice laced with hopelessness.

“I don't know how to face him. It feels helpless. Perhaps the only choice left is to sever ties with him!"

Ariana, at a loss for words, held Sarah tightly, regret coursing through her veins for not staying with Sarah after that fateful day.