57: LATE NIGHT THOUGHTS

  ARIEL'S POV   I stepped out of the house, standing outside, taking a look at the beautiful stars. A gentle breeze brushed against my face, carrying with it a sense of renewal and hope. It was a much-needed respite from the whirlwind of thoughts that had been swirling in my mind.   The prospect of marrying Luke once again had brought a mixture of anticipation and apprehension. Memories of our previous marriage filled my thoughts, particularly the painful moments that had left scars on my heart.   But this time, things would be different. I had grown tenfold in strength and wisdom since then, and I refused to allow history to repeat itself. I promise to fulfill this vengeance of mine without getting a mix of feelings or generating a soft heart.   Harking my mind back, I realized that I had been naïve and easily swayed during our first marriage. Luke had taken advantage of my trusting nature, asserting his dominance and controlling every aspect of our relationship. But that was