Winter's Embrace
As the winter months deepened, Lily and Ash found comfort in the small moments they shared. From cozy evenings studying together to snowball fights that left them breathless with laughter, their bond grew stronger with each passing day.
One evening, as they walked hand in hand through a snow-covered park, Ash turned to Lily with a thoughtful expression. "I've been thinking about something," he began, his breath visible in the cold air.
Lily looked up at him, curiosity in her eyes. "What is it?"
Ash hesitated, then took a deep breath. "I want to read the letters from my dad. I think I'm ready, but I don't want to do it alone."
Lily squeezed his hand, her heart swelling with pride and love. "I'll be there with you, Ash. Every step of the way."
Together, they returned to Ash's house, where the letters lay tucked away in a drawer. With trembling hands, Ash opened the first letter, and as he began to read, Lily held his hand, offering silent support.