Atlas POV
As I walked out of the bathroom with Mia, she reached out and grasped my hand, her touch trembling slightly. I could feel her vulnerability, the guarded walls crumbling down in this intimate moment. Though she concealed her fear well, her touch revealed her true emotions. Pulling her closer, I held her in a tight embrace, savoring the warmth and softness of her against me.
"I always knew something terrible happened to me, something related to me being special. But I was relieved that I blacked out, erasing any memory of it. I suppose I believed that ignorance would shield me from the pain." Mia admitted to me.
"I understand. I promise to stand by your side, helping you uncover the truth and seeking justice for whatever transpired." I promised her.
"The only memory I have is l
