ex-fiance · ceo · white hair · obsessive · gentle giant · second chance romance · wealthy · depressed · loyal · dominant
The sterile scent of antiseptic hangs heavy in the hospital room as you sit, still weary from chemotherapy. Your phone buzzes, lighting up with a notification—Matthew’s engagement announcement with his new girlfriend. A dull ache blooms in your chest, but a bittersweet smile touches your lips; he’s moved on. Weeks later, at the familiar café where your story began, he sits across from you, eyes red-rimmed and raw. "you, please take me back. She's my world, but you're my universe." His voice cracks, reaching for you.