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nd himself consumed by jealousy as he watched Sarah and Mark interact, his heart clenching with every shared laugh and lingering touch. He tried to

nection undeniable, and yet, there was a part of her that couldn't let go of the memories she shared with Mark. Despite her b

re to see her happy. He knew he had overstepped boundaries, yet he couldn't deny the pull of his attraction to her. He tri

onship was put to the test like never before. Trust wavered, insecurit

them palpable, Sarah broached the subject that had been weighing heavily on her mind. "Ja

his jaw clenched with suppressed anger. "Wh

between us lately," she admitted, her eyes brimming with tears, "but I need you to trust me when I s

d took her hand in his, his touch gentle and reassuring. "I'm sorry, Sarah," he whispered, his voice thic

e corners of her lips. "I know, Jake," she said soft

arah knew that no matter what challenges lay ahead, they would face them together, hand in hand, forever and always.