Once Broken, Now Free

My 21st birthday wasn't just a day; it was the day.

The day Ava Harrison promised we' d meet at Austin's iconic Continental Club, the moment I believed she'd finally see me, the kid who poured his soul into songs just for her.

But as I arrived, guitar in hand, ready to begin our future, I heard her voice, clear and cold, telling her friend: "It' s a great way to finally shut down little Ethan. Still chasing that silly promise about The Continental Club."

Then came the public engagement, a diamond flashing as she announced, "Sweet, but a little too late." My world crumbled.