Chapter 43

“Wait!” I yelled at Aiden as he was about to step out of the room, making him halt in his steps.

“What if I want to give you a reply right now?” I asked while taking a step closer to him. Aiden, on the other hand, didn't turn around.

I could feel his whole body so tensed up and even I could feel my voice begin to fail me. So many words to be said. So many questions unanswered.

And even though a part of me was telling me this is so wrong, all i could think of is the man in front of me. How broad his back really is, how sturdy he looks and how i want him so bad

I extended my arms to his shoulder, willing him to look back at me. As if he heard my silent plea, he turned to me. I could see his eyes already moist and his lips quivering.

“Lola, i..

He was beginning to speak but I shushed him. “Shhh.” I said firmly. Today, for once, I don't want to think about repercussions. What people would say or what he thinks himself.

All I know is I want to do one thing so badly. Closing the distance