(Sara's POV)

Ray ended up spending the whole week in a different state. He wanted to work as much as he could before the wedding so after the big day he could take some days off. He seemed to be oblivious to the wedding most of the time, though. He never even called anymore, he just texted.

I had the feeling that whenever we got to sit together and talk, he would tell me something important too. I know he reconnected with his ex in a friendly way. Maybe that has something to do with his new attitude?

I shook my head and push all those doubts into a corner in my head.

During the last week I have been trying to be present in the here and now, enjoying a lot of my time with Ava.

Zari noticed something was going on between us, I am sure. That would explain her sudden urges to go outside and "buy something she forgot". I'll be forever grateful to her because she never pushed us to talk about it, she just patiently waits for our right time.

Ava and I would use those little moments to cuddle on the couch, kiss each other, or quickly share a funny story about ourselves. I enjoyed getting to know her better. Sometimes my mind reminded me of these beautiful dreams I had some time ago, where Ava and I had sex. I feel like what I want now with her has changed. I don't want just sex with her anymore, I want to make love. And that would have to wait until I settle things with Ray.

When I ask Ava about her friends, she looks away, uneasy.

(Ava's POV)

Well, the moment has arrived. I knew it would happen but I didn't want to face it. I wish I had more time with Sara, I wish I could show her all I have, all I am… before the truth comes out.

But I have to tell her. Live can't be built on lies. Even if they aren't relevant anymore. I just have to be honest and whatever happens next, at least we had this week.

I lock my eyes with hers again, and she notices I am serious now.

"Sara…" I start. "I should tell you something. But listen to me," I hold her hand and squeeze it. "I feel… I am very happy tight now, with you, trying."

Sara nods.

I take a deep breath. Let's get it over with. "My best friend is called Nora. She has been my friend forever and… she happens to be Ray's ex girlfriend." I say. Now for the hardest part. "She… when I was going to meet you, she… we planned to make you fall for me so Ray would be free for her." I finished, without air.

Sara immediately pulled her hand away from mine, she backed away and searched my eyes. I could see she was confused, processing, trying to make sense of my words.

I felt like I should say something else. "Sara, please listen to me. That is how it started, I swear it-"

"Game night?" She interrupted. All I saw in her eyes was hurt and anger now. I felt a punch in my stomach. "The kiss… the texts, the wedding planning!" Sara kept recounting moments, almost to herself. Her head was spinning so fast, I wish I could have stopped it right there. But I couldn't. It was part of the consequences.

"Sara…" I whispered, but nothing else came out of my mouth. I noticed I was crying.

"The song… everything is fake." She said, standing up.

"No! It's real." I say, but I don't have the strength to stand up.

"I don't… I can't believe you now. All this time I could have worked things out with Ray, you played with me!" Her voice was broken, just like her heart. And it was my fault.

"Is that what you want? To be with Ray?" I asked softly.

"I don't know what I want anymore."

And with that, Sara picked up her things and left.