Fading Trust
In the dim light of their living room, memories resurfaced. Whispered warnings from her parents, friends’ subtle hints, and veiled remarks about Jeremiah’s past. Alicia had dismissed them all, believing in the power of love to conquer any adversity. But now, she wondered if she’d been naive. Had she willingly blinded herself to the signs? The comfort of the familiar was crumbling, replaced by the anguish of doubt.