Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

As the sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in hues of fiery orange and tranquil purple, Rose and Max stood side by side on the viewing deck, sharing one last sunset together. The sun, once a full, glowing orb, gradually slipped away, leaving behind only the persistent glow of twilight.

"Let's head back, it's getting late," Rose suggested, breaking the peaceful silence.

"Sure. I'll drive you," Max replied, their eyes meeting briefly, a calm understanding reflected in both.

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In the car, after Rose answered a call, she turned to Max. "Can you drop me off at Kingswell College? My professor needs to see me."

"Of course," Max agreed without hesitation.

As night embraced the sky, Max pulled up in front of Kingswell College. He quickly got out and walked around to open the door for Rose, a gesture of chivalry that didn't go unnoticed.

As she stepped out, Rose looked up at him, a hint of something resolute in her gaze. "I've done what I promised you. I hope you don't go back on your word this time."

resist, reached out to hold her hand, only

my mistakes. I sincerely want to start over. Give me

are things I need to clarify. So, I agreed." "You

had a sinking feeling he wouldn't

you don't waste your time and energy on me anymore. You're a businessman; you know more about

start is better cut

a wound truly heal. All you need is a bit of courage and plenty of time." "We'll be fine. Take

into the college

this time. She walked

pain clenched his heart, the kind that threatened

a nearby bench, lost

voice broke through

the woman he had seen a few times at the college gates, the one