DONOVAN CONNOR.

PAST.

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"Welcome back!" Kate's cry shatters the tense silence of the foyer. Without hesitation, she throws herself into my arms, wrapping herself around my neck as if her life depended on it. Her body trembles slightly against mine, like she's been holding her breath this whole time, waiting for my return.

I hold her tight, clinging to her like I need to prove she's real too. I close my eyes and breathe deeply, losing myself in th