Chapter 3 - Neo

A shattered heart, a love undone,

Three years of dreams, now lost and gone,

A wasteland vast, where shadows creep,

Then Neo's smile, a promise deep,

A fragile hope, a chance to mend.

Butterflies flutter, a nervous flight,

A hesitant dance, in pale moonlight,

The fear returns, a chilling breeze,

But Neo's warmth, a gentle ease,

Melts icy chains, a warming hand.

He sees the scars, the wounds so deep,

The silent tears she tries to keep,

He understands, the pain she bears,

He offers solace, wipes away tears,

A patient love, a steady pace.

"Slow and steady," his voice so kind,

A healing balm for heart and mind,

He doesn't rush, he doesn't push,

His gentle touch, a loving hush,

Respecting wounds, a tender grace.

The walls come down, a cautious start,

A hesitant trust, a beating heart,

She lets him in, a fragile bloom,

Dispelling shadows, chasing gloom,

A tentative step, a hopeful sign.

A lightness felt, on hallowed ground,

She lets herself feel, this love so new,

A chance to heal, to start anew,

With Neo's love, a guiding light.

The past still lingers, a haunting shade,

But Neo's presence, unafraid,

He holds her close, he understands,

He accepts her, with trembling hands,

A broken heart, yet whole and true.

She builds her trust, one brick at a time,

A fortress strong, against the grime,

Of past betrayals, whispered fears,

With Neo's love, she dries her tears,

A future bright, a love reborn.

She takes a chance, embraces fate,

A second chance, it isn't late,

To love again, to trust and grow,

With Neo's love, her spirit glows,

A wounded heart, now learning to fly.

And in his arms, she finds her peace,

The pain subsides, the turmoil cease,

A love so true, a gentle hand,

With Neo beside, she'll make her stand,

A future bright, beneath the sun.