Chapter 60. Walking Dead

Xavier's Pov 

In the middle of the jungle's untamed splendor, I became involved in an emotional dance with Sansa. Her rage and desperation were evident, causing her to keep her distance from me even as I ached for her closeness.

The sun began to set as she stood on the edge of a cliff, spreading a warm warmth on her tear-streaked face. The mild breeze tousled her wavy hair, and she appeared to be a captivating enigma, both fierce and frail, at that moment.

"Stop!" I cried out to her, my voice echoing through the trees, but she moved away from me, her footfall mimicking the bird tunes.

"D-Don't try to flee!" I stammered, my pulse racing as I reached out for her, only to have her pull back even further as if she didn't want me to witness her weakness.

Desperation filled my chest as I took another step toward her, pleading with her to return to me, to give us a chance to work things out. But she stood firm, her eyes filled with a mix of a