She hadn’t seen him like this before, and a single tear fell down her cheek at the extent of his pain, her features contorted with anguish. She absorbed the weight of his confession, for the first time realising the depth of his love and devotion towards her. At that moment, the world around them faded, leaving only the two of them bound by an unbreakable bond forged in the crucible of adversity. Claire’s tears mingled with profound gratitude, for in Jamie’s confession, she found solace, forgiveness, and a renewed sense of purpose.