OLIVIA
The echoes of my conversation with Ely from the previous night reverberated in my mind, a jumbled mess of emotions and uncertainties. I had spent most of the night tossing and turning, grappling with the mixed signals he had sent my way. But I couldn't let myself be swept away by the turmoil again. I had made a pact with the Moon Goddess, a deal to protect my heart and shield it from further pain, even if it meant distancing myself from Ely.
To keep my mind occupied, I delved into my work, focusing on my clients and immersing myself in the art of tattooing. The morning passed in a blur of ink and creativity, and before I knew it, lunchtime had arrived.
I stepped out of the tattoo studio, my thoughts still lingering on the events of the previous night. To my surprise, I found myse
