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The next morning, Ana woke up with a heavy heart. The events of the previous night weighed heavily on her mind as she lay in bed, her thoughts consumed by the turmoil of emotions she had experienced. She couldn't shake off the feeling of confusion and fear that lingered from Ethan's sudden change in behavior.

As she lay there, she couldn't help but replay the events of the night before in her mind. Ethan's demeanor had shifted so abruptly, leaving her feeling vulnerable and scared. She couldn't understand why he had acted that way, especially after they had been intimate.

Ana's thoughts were interrupted by the sound of footsteps approaching her bedroom. She quickly wiped away her tears and tried to compose herself as Ethan entered the room. His concerned expression only served to remind her of the chaos that had ensued the night before.

Ethan's question pierced through the silence, and Ana hesitated before responding. She struggled to find the words to convey her feelings, but ultimately she couldn't bring herself to tell him the truth. Instead, she muttered a vague response, hoping to avoid further confrontation.

Ethan's reaction only added to Ana's distress. His dismissive attitude and callous words cut deep, leaving her feeling more isolated than ever. She couldn't comprehend how someone she had grown to trust could treat her with such indifference.

The memory of Ethan's sudden outburst replayed in Ana's mind, sending shivers down her spine. She felt a pang of fear as she remembered the anger in his eyes and the forcefulness of his grip. It was a side of him she had never seen before, and it terrified her to think of what he was capable of.

Meanwhile, at the M.A Center, Ethan's coach and Jack discussed the recent changes in Ethan's behavior. They couldn't help but feel uneasy about the shift they had observed in him since Ana had joined the team. There was a sense of foreboding in the air, as if they were all walking on eggshells, afraid of what might happen next.

The coach's concern for Ana's safety was palpable as he voiced his fears to Jack. He couldn't shake off the feeling that Ethan's darker tendencies were resurfacing, and he worried for the therapist's well-being.

Jack tried to reassure the coach, urging him to focus on the upcoming match instead of dwelling on things they couldn't control. But deep down, he shared the coach's concerns. There was something sinister lurking beneath the surface, and they both knew that they couldn't ignore it for much longer.

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Ana woke up the next morning feeling a mix of emotions swirling within her. The events of the previous night replayed in her mind like a broken record, each moment more vivid and haunting than the last. She couldn't shake off the feeling of vulnerability that had enveloped her when Ethan's demeanor had shifted so drastically.

As she lay in bed, staring up at the ceiling, Ana couldn't help but wonder what had triggered Ethan's sudden change in behavior. They had shared an intimate moment, but instead of the tenderness she had expected, she was met with aggression and hostility. It was a stark contrast to the Ethan she thought she knew, leaving her feeling bewildered and afraid.

Ana's thoughts drifted back to the moment Ethan had confronted her, his anger simmering just beneath the surface. She could still feel the pressure of his grip on her neck, the sting of his words cutting through her like a knife. It was a side of him she had never seen before, and it left her questioning everything she thought she knew about him.

Meanwhile, at the M.A Center, tensions were running high as Ethan's coach and Jack discussed the recent turn of events. They couldn't ignore the palpable shift in Ethan's behavior since Ana had joined the team, and it left them feeling uneasy and on edge.

The coach's concern for Ana's safety weighed heavily on his mind as he confided in Jack about his fears. He couldn't shake off the feeling that Ethan's darker tendencies were resurfacing, and he worried for the therapist's well-being in the midst of it all.

Jack tried to reassure the coach, reminding him to focus on the upcoming match and not to dwell too much on things they couldn't control. But deep down, he shared the coach's concerns. There was something ominous lurking beneath the surface, and it was only a matter of time before it reared its ugly head once again.

As Ana tried to navigate the aftermath of that fateful night, she found herself grappling with a whirlwind of emotions. Fear, confusion, and anger swirled within her, threatening to consume her whole. She knew she couldn't continue to ignore the warning signs, but she also couldn't bring herself to confront Ethan about his behavior.

With each passing day, Ana grew more wary of Ethan's unpredictable moods, tiptoeing around him like a frightened animal. She longed for the familiarity and comfort they once shared, but she knew deep down that things could never go back to the way they were.

And so, as Ana faced the daunting task of rebuilding her life in the wake of Ethan's outburst, she knew that she would have to summon every ounce of strength and courage within her to forge a new path forward. It wouldn't be easy, but she was determined to reclaim control of her own destiny, no matter what it took.