A pain so terrible

N/B : This chapter might be a bit emotional for those whose parents are divorced or who's going through one but I assure you that you are not alone. Just know that I love you and I'm with you every step of the way. Those struggling with self-harm, please talk to someone or anyone. You can talk to me. I can help.

Music recommendation : Yasashisa by Fujii Kaze.

[Author's Pov]

Time flew by quickly ushering all New Yorkers into a brand new day. The sun bathed the city with the morning light and summer's warm climate. It was time to get out of bed and get the day started but some folks were just waking up.

Gracie threw her eyelids wide open, startled at the feel of a hand on her waist. The warmth seeped through her skin and she forced herself to relax as the hand pulled her backwards and her back hit something hard. His chest. His perfectly sculptured bronze chest. She turned on her side and looked at him.