Claire's POV
I was shattered to see Evander in such a vulnerable state. That day, he hugged me and cried for so long that I couldn't leave him alone. It was as if all his walls had crumbled, leaving behind someone I barely recognized.
In that moment, I forgot all my hatred and all the complaints I had against him. Seeing him like this, I couldn't help but realize how lonely he had been all this time. It was heartbreaking. The strong, untouchable Evander I thought I knew was now a broken man, and it hurt to see him like that.
As I sat there, lost in my thoughts, I felt a sudden tap on my shoulder.
"Hi," a familiar voice called out, pulling me back to reality. I turned to see Sissy who was standing behind me, her brow furrowed.
"What the hell are you thinking?" she asked, her tone sharp but filled with concern.
"No… nothing!" I stammered, quickly wiping the tears I didn't even realize had formed.
