Chapter 61

Gabriella's first three days without Izaak were hellish. Her bones ached for his presence. She couldn't stop herself from overthinking. What if he forgot about her? What if they grew apart again? Every time she overthought and doubted herself, she'd get a call or a text from him, assuring her that he never forgot about her and that he was thinking about her. Her lonely nights were filled with phone calls, and that was enough for her. He was always making her feel special. During the day, Izaak was frequently preoccupied with work, and Gabriella was battling inside the hospital. But when the day was done, they always returned home to each other, filling the void with their exhausted voices over the phone. Having someone to call whenever she needed to talk warmed Gabriella's heart. She appeared to return to her previous life. No Izaak at home, no shower intruder, no nighttime cuddles. She was once again alone in the enormous house. However, there were a few significant changes. They were