Elaine POV
It had been a week since I had woken up at the hospital. In those seven days, I had spent most of my time recovering and trying to come to terms with everything that had happened.
Today, however, I needed to return to what I once called home to gather my things. It was the last closure I needed before fully stepping into my new life with Aeron.
As we drove toward my childhood home, I couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions—a blend of anxiety, sadness, and a strange sense of finality. I knew this visit wouldn't be easy, but with Aeron by my side, I felt strong enough to face whatever awaited me.
The car slowed to a stop in front of the house I had called home for most of my life, and a wave of nausea rolled through me. The thought of seeing my parents again, of facing the
