Purpose

Sanya's eyes locked onto Tyler's, her gaze frozen in a mixture of confusion and concern. Her mind raced with a whirlwind of thoughts, memories, and emotions, rendering her speechless. The silence between them grew thicker, heavy with unspoken words. The sounds around them - the gentle hum of the air conditioner, the distant chirping of birds - faded into the background as Sanya's inner turmoil took center stage.

Tyler's voice, firm but gentle, sliced through the cacophony in her mind, jolting her back to reality. "I need a response," he said, his eyes searching hers for a glimmer of understanding. Sanya's lips parted, but no words emerged. She felt like a ship without anchor, lost in a sea of uncertainty.

Tyler's expression softened, his voice taking on a reassuring tone. "You have nothing to worry about, I can assure you that," he continued, his words dripping with sincerity. His eyes crinkled at the corners as he offered a warm smile, trying to coax her back from the brink of her i