Time Heals All Wounds By Oliver Thomas 40

Time Heals All Wounds By Oliver Thomas 40 Summary

Aurora confronts Gianna, who tries to act shy and vulnerable as she asks Aurora’s permission to go drinking with Henry. Before Aurora can reply, Henry arrives, irritated that Gianna is talking to Aurora instead of finding him. Gianna nervously explains she wanted to ask Aurora first, showing her fear of upsetting Henry. Henry dismisses this, telling Gianna she doesn’t need to ask anyone and criticizes Aurora for not taking a joke about the prank involving Aurora’s application.

 

Aurora lashes out at Gianna, accusing her of causing drama all year by shamelessly confessing to Henry, playing helpless, and forcing Henry into a brotherly role, all while pretending to be friendly to Aurora’s face. Gianna’s confident mask cracks, and she begins to cry. Henry then harshly insults Aurora, calling her a “bitch” and threatening to make her his “New York ex,” implying a breakup.

 

Aurora freezes, feeling the sting of Henry’s words and the possibility of ending their long relationship. She recalls their twelve years together—the care, the shared moments, and the unspoken bond. Despite Henry’s softened expression, he sides with Gianna, suggesting Aurora apologize so they can move on. This breaks Aurora’s heart, making her realize that Henry’s protective line has shifted from her to Gianna.

 

Feeling emotionally drained and betrayed, Aurora refuses to apologize and tells Henry he’s crossing a line. She walks away, telling him to do whatever he wants. Henry clenches his fists but leaves with Gianna, leaving Aurora alone and isolated.

 

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Chapter 3

A bitter laugh escaped me as I met Gianna’s gaze, refusing to look away.

She quickly slipped into that familiar act—shy, vulnerable, pleading. “Aurora, is it okay if I go out drinking with Henry? If it bothers you, I won’t go,” she murmured, her voice trembling slightly.

Before I could respond, Henry appeared from down the street, his face twisted in irritation. “Gianna, I told you to come find me. What are you doing here, talking to Aurora?”

Gianna’s eyes widened, panic flashing across her features. “Oh… I… I wasn’t sure if I should go drinking with you, so I thought I’d ask Aurora first.”

She looked like she was terrified of upsetting Henry, her whole body tense.

Henry’s scowl softened, and he tousled her hair affectionately. “Silly girl, why would you need to ask Aurora? If I want you to come drink with me, you just come.”

“But…” Gianna lowered her head, a smug smile barely hidden beneath her innocent act.

Henry shot me a pointed look, his voice thick with annoyance. “See how considerate Gianna is of your feelings? And you? You can’t even take a joke.”

He still thought what Gianna did with my application was just some harmless prank.

My upset feelings? That was my problem.

But why on earth was I the one being blamed?

I pointed at Gianna and snapped, “Considerate of my feelings? This girl has been stirring up drama all year long!”

“Bringing you breakfast and love letters right in front of me, confessing to you—completely shameless!”

“Playing helpless every single day, forcing you to be her ‘older brother’ like we’re stuck in some ridiculous soap opera!”

“Calling me ‘sister’ to my face while probably wishing I’d just disappear. It makes me sick!”

With every harsh word, Gianna’s fake smile began to falter, cracks appearing like fractures in a fragile mask.

Finally, she lowered her head and started trembling, tears spilling down her cheeks.

Henry looked at me like I was nothing more than garbage. “Are you done? When did you become such a bitch?”

“Or do you actually want to be my New York ex?”

My body froze. For a moment, my heart ached sharply.

So Henry would throw that cruel nickname at me too.

What he was really asking was: Do you want to break up?

Because if we did, I would become just that—his New York ex.

I lifted my chin, staring Henry down for a long moment, as if I could see all twelve unforgettable years of us stretched out before me.

Henry met my gaze steadily, and after a pause, his expression softened just a touch.

We knew each other too well—one look, and we could read each other’s thoughts.

Those twelve years were mine as much as his. All those nights I stayed awake by his side.

The nights I tended to him when he had a fever, wiping his forehead with cool cloths.

The burns on my hands from frying his favorite chicken.

Him lying on my lap, staring up at the stars every weekend night.

We had never left each other’s side, never traded cruel words.

But this time, Henry was different.

Though his voice grew gentler, he still stood by Gianna. “Gianna’s being generous—she won’t be mad at you. Just apologize, and we’ll move on.”

In that moment, it felt as if those twelve years crumbled into dust beneath my feet.

I stopped looking at him and smiled, a strange relief washing over me like a heavy weight lifting off my chest.

“Nope.”

The softness in Henry’s face vanished, replaced by cold darkness. “Aurora Kennedy, you’re crossing the line right now!”

Since when did Henry have a line he wouldn’t cross?

Oh right—he always had one.

That line used to be me. He’d never let anyone hurt me.

Too bad his line was flexible now. Gianna had become his boundary.

Suddenly, I felt drained by it all.

Without another word, I turned and started walking away. “Do whatever you want.”

Henry clenched his fists silently and walked off with Gianna, leaving me standing alone.

Conclusion

 

The tension between Aurora, Henry, and Gianna reveals the fragile fractures in their intertwined relationships, exposing the pain and misunderstandings that have long simmered beneath the surface. Aurora’s fierce confrontation lays bare her hurt and frustration, while Henry’s shifting loyalties highlight the complexities of love and trust after years of shared history. The chapter captures the raw emotional turmoil of feeling sidelined and betrayed by those once closest to us.

 

As Aurora walks away, a profound sense of solitude envelops her, yet there is also a quiet strength in her refusal to accept the situation as it stands. The chapter closes on a bittersweet note, underscoring the painful but necessary moments when standing up for oneself means stepping into the unknown alone. In this delicate balance of love, loyalty, and self-respect, time remains the silent healer of wounds yet to mend.

 

What to Expect in Next Chapter?

 

The next chapter promises to delve deeper into the fragile dynamics between Aurora, Henry, and Gianna, where loyalties and emotions are tested in unexpected ways. As Aurora distances herself from Henry and Gianna, the tension simmering beneath the surface threatens to boil over, forcing each character to confront their true feelings and the consequences of their actions. The cracks in their relationships become more evident, and the question lingers: how much pain can they endure before everything falls apart?

 

Aurora’s quiet strength and resilience will be challenged as she navigates the aftermath of this confrontation, possibly facing isolation and heartbreak. Meanwhile, Henry’s shifting allegiances and the protective yet possessive lines he draws could lead to difficult choices that shake the foundation of their long-shared history. Emotional stakes rise, and readers will find themselves eager to uncover whether forgiveness, understanding, or further conflict lies ahead.