**Isabella**
My legs gave way and I collapsed to the floor, in tears. Why won't he listen to me!
Luna? Felicia called. She leaned over me, her face filled with concern. "Take it easy, please. Now come on." With gentle care, she wrapped her arms around my shoulders and helped me up.
Together, we walked to the nearby couch and sat down. I buried my face in my hands, unable to contain the flood of emotions swirling inside me. "He hates me, Felicia," I lamented, my voice breaking. "He hates me!"
Felicia's hand found mine, giving it a comforting squeeze. "No, Luna, he doesn't hate you. He's just... confused. Give him time. He'll come around."
"He doesn't love me anymore, Felicia... he hates me," I whispered.
Felicia placed a comforting hand on my shoulder. "He doesn't hate you, Luna. He's just hurt. With Cross held captive by that man, the boss hasn't been himself. He blames himself for that."
