Lilith lowered her head under his gaze.
Lilith couldn't envision what her life would be like once she successfully recovered from her drug addiction. She often experienced feelings of self-abasement and shame due to her struggles with addiction.
However, Jay had made a decision. Reaching out, he embraced her and said softly, "Lilith, I am not going to leave you alone. I will protect you for the rest of your life."
Lilith felt her heart almost jump out of her chest. Looking up, she saw the scars on his arms. She fondled his arms and felt sorrowful.
"I am fine. It doesn't hurt already," Jay assured her.
"I am sorry, Jay," Lilith apologized and felt self-condemned.
Jay lowered his head to kiss her forehead, but Lilith moved aside slightly.
"Lilith, I know you didn't mean that. You have lost your mind since the drug addiction occurred. You can't control yourself. Don't be self-condemned."
Lilith nodded but said nothing.
