Zayne’s chest rose and fell rapidly as he struggled to regulate his breathing. attempting to slow his racing thoughts and overwhelming emotions, his heart ached for you. and with each new depth he discovered in his feelings, the more the ice crawled into him and held him captive.

Whether it was the whims of a god, the cruel twists of fate, or simply the natural progression of life, it seemed like Astra was taunting him. grinning wickedly from beyond as all of his attempts came to naught. Thousands of chances and countless possibilities, yet his overflowing emotions were trapped inside. like a silent prisoner, unable to be set free, unable to be with you.

“I’m fine. It’s nothing.” Zayne found himself perched on the edge of his desk. his heart and mind finally starting to settle down after the rush of emotions. He hoped that this was the last time he would ever see you. that the universe would allow him to move on and put this behind him. But deep down, he feared that destiny had other plans. that somehow he would find himself getting dragged back into your life once more.