Underworld Passion

Chapter 16: A Letter Unveiled

My Dearest Dante,

As I pen these words, my heart aches with the weight of a decision that has torn me apart. I hope this letter finds you in good health and surrounded by the love and support of our friends. I write to you now because I cannot bear to say these words to you in person, to witness the pain that will surely cloud your eyes.

You must know that my love for you burns brighter than the sun and runs deeper than the deepest ocean. Every moment we shared, every stolen kiss, and every whispered promise are etched forever in the depths of my soul. You have shown me a love I never thought possible, and for that, I am eternally grateful.

But, my love, there are forces at play, shadows that haunt us, and a darkness that lingers in the corners of our world. I have seen the toll it has taken on you, on Charlie, on all of us. The scars we bear, both visible and hidden, are a testament to the battles we have fought and the sacrifices we have made.

I cannot stand idly by and watch as this darkness consumes us, as it threatens to tear us apart piece by piece. I have made the agonizing decision to walk away, to leave this world behind, not because I love you any less, but because I love you too much. I cannot bear to see you hurt, to witness the danger that follows us like a shadow.

I know this may seem selfish, and perhaps it is, but my heart tells me it is the only way to protect the ones I hold dear. I must embark on a journey of self-discovery, to find a way to heal the wounds that have scarred my soul. I need to confront the demons within me and find the strength to face the darkness that threatens our very existence.

Please understand, my love, that this decision breaks me in ways I cannot fully express. The thought of being apart from you is a torment I never imagined I would have to endure. But in my absence, I hope you will find solace in knowing that my love for you will never waver. It will be the guiding light that leads me back to you, if fate permits.

I leave you with my heart, Dante, and a promise that I will return, that I will fight for us, for our love, and for a future where the shadows no longer hold sway. Hold onto that promise, my love, as I will hold onto the memory of your touch, your voice, and the way you ignited a fire within me that will never fade.

Know that wherever I roam, you will forever be etched upon my soul. I will carry you with me, as you carry me within your heart.

Until we meet again, my love, may the stars guide and protect you. May they serve as a reminder of the love we shared and the hope that binds us together.

With all my love, Ava