as she played the guitar, Edward felt an unusual urge to lose himself in the music. it wasn’t about escaping his own nature or the weight of his existence, but imagining a world where they could be at peace. if he could momentarily forget who he was, he might immerse himself in that melody, ignoring the barrier between them. when she glanced at him, her calm gaze was almost too much for him to bear. he had to look away, knowing he shouldn’t indulge these thoughts or let her see him this way.