Falling For My Ex's Dad by Oma Green

Chapter 17

Chapter 17: Leaving The Trauma Behind

Clairessa’s POV

Chapter 17. Leaving The Trauma Behind

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‘I woke up, my arms instinctively reaching out for Gabriel, but the side of the bed where he slept was empty. A wave of disappointment hit me as I realized he was gone. The memories of last night started flooding back, and I tried to push away the thoughts of that horrible man, Marco. The fear and pain he had inflicted still lingered in my mind.

If Gabriel hadn’t arrived in time, who knows what Marco might have done? I shuddered at the thought but quickly pushed it away.

It felt like all my hopes were crashing before they even began. I couldn’t help but feel sad, knowing today was the last day of the trip, and we still hadn’t secured an investor. But I didn’t want to dwell on the negatives.

I needed to focus on the fact that I was safe. And it was all thanks to Gabriel. He had rescued and

defended me in a way no one ever had.

There was a tenderness in him I hadn’t seen before. His warmth, his strength–that was what I wanted to

remember.

With Gabriel’s arms around me, I had slept like a baby. It was the first real rest I’d had in what felt like forever. My fingers softly caressed the spot where Gabriel had lain, inhaling the musky scent he left behind.

That’s when I noticed the note on the pillow beside me. I picked it up and read it. His handwriting was bold and somewhat beautiful… it was so him.

I hope you were able to sleep well. I’m sorry I had to leave, but breakfast is served. Get some rest–we’ll be leaving soon.

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-Gabriel Storm

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out on the table. It was as if he’d ordered the entire menu–pancakes, strawberries, grapes, eggs, hot dogs… everything I could possibly

my mouth, savoring its sweetness as I thought of Gabriel. Despite everything, he was all I

to what it would be like to spend just one night with him. Maybe if I gave in to this desire, it would finally rid me of the cravings I felt whenever

I wanted was to hurt him right back. Gabriel

in a sunflower dress, my suitcase packed and ready by the door. I had made up my mind to leave behind the trauma of what happened with Marco in this room, no matter how

investor for my app, I knew I couldn’t give up hope just yet. I had to focus on the

the door and walked in. “How do you feel?” he asked, his eyes filled with the same tenderness I’d seen last

replied, managing a soft smile.

to hear,” he said, his voice gentle as he brushed a thumb across my cheek.

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appointment with a

don’t think I need one,” I said, a bit defensively. The thought of sharing

sensing my apprehension. “Whenever you’re ready, just let me know.” He gave me a reassuring smile before reaching for my hand luggage on

his, our eyes locking

the luggage and walked toward the door. I glanced around the room

and once the call ended, his

happened?” I asked

tight with frustration. His jaw clenched, and I could see the strain on his face.

myself to remain calm. “It’s alright,” I said quietly, resting my hand on his arm. “I’m just grateful you

met mine, dark with intensity. “I promise you, Clairessa, I’ll find him. And when I do, I’ll make him pay for what he tried to

that both touched and concerned me. I didn’t

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on his shoulders. I didn’t want him to feel responsible for my pain. “Mr. Storm,” I began, choosing my words carefully, “I’ve decided to leave the horrifying experience of that night back at

his eyes. “How can you be so forgiving and calm after everything?” he

“I do it for myself. If I truly want to move on, then I have to let go of

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