A contented sigh escaped his lips as the car carried them smoothly through the busy streets.
A few days later, Matteo made a decision that would change the course of his life.
For the first time, he admitted something to himself.
As long as he lived in constant fear of losing control of his temper, nothing would ever truly change.
Even if he somehow won Adrian back, he would still be the same man inside.
If he wanted a real future...
If he wanted to love Adrian without fear...
Then he had to stop treating the symptoms and finally heal the problem at its root.
Determined to break the cycle, Matteo sought out a highly recommended psychiatrist and officially began a comprehensive treatment plan alongside his therapy.
As the days passed, the combination of medication, therapy, and his own willingness to change gradually brought him a clarity he hadn't felt in years.
