Orla POV
Teddy had a blast at the celebration. Tracy did a masterful job on it, the bands were amazing and top-notch. It was exciting and amazing being here, alive, sharing this moment with the man I love. Yes, I have confessed my feelings for him, but I seem to be unable to give myself fully to him. Yea, I am a coward, a scaredy-cat who can't seem to let go of all my fears and inhibitions and go for the happiness I have within reach. Maybe I am a sucker for drama, for loneliness or for toxicity.
The celebration was over, and now Teddy had several months of rest, before he would have to report back for a physical check-up and training. We parted ways with Ez and Becca and, holding hands, we made our way to Teddy's car. Teddy picked up Ezra earlier, and Becca did the same for me. There
