Novel & Cerita Being Friends With An Ex Who Hurt You

“I forgive you, Jace.” “You do?” He says, eyes full of hope. “I do. I don’t want to hold on to that anger. But, the whole “friends” thing…I don’t know. I mean, you know it can’t ever be like it was before. And things are a bit…complicated in my life right now,” I cringe at what Kane would say about me being friends with my ex and in no world does that conversation go well. “Complicated how? You said everything was going well at school. I don’t see what’s complicated. Unless…there’s someone else?”

I can’t stand the sight of him looking this way. “Hey, I forgive you.” Those three words were everything. “I forgive you with all my heart. I would rather lose a leg than lose our friendship. What happened in the past is over and long gone. I’m here, I’m alive, and this is a second chance for us. We may not ever be in a relationship again but I would be happier if we stayed friends. Things may not be the same, but it’s okay. When I came out of my coma, I felt like my whole life was turned upside down and most of it was because of the way you treated me.”

Winced. She let loose a low whistle. "Wow. I'm not sure that comparing yourself to my ex is something you really want to do. That's a really low bar of measure." She tapped a finger to her lower lip. "How about this? When you figure out how to be a good friend, come back and find me?" What the fuck? She wanted me to be her friend before I could fuck her? That's ridiculous. Men and women couldn't be friends. Not really. "What?" I couldn't have heard her right.

Rose gritted her teeth and continued, "I'm already happy that you came out to meet me today. How could I have the audacity to ask you to forgive me?" "Rose, let's leave it at this between us. I don't want to be enemies with you, but I also don't want to continue being friends," Shirley sighed and said, "Considering the many years we grew up together, I truly can't continue hating you. But you hurt me deeply, and we can't continue being friends either." Because we once knew each other, we can't be enemies. Because you once hurt me, we can't be friends. So, we can only be the most familiar strangers.

His voice was low and vulnerable. And I was honestly so done with the mixed signals and the confusion he was putting me through altogether. "Does this make sense to you?" I gestured to the space between us. "This, this 'friendship'?" "What?" He said almost breathlessly. "Because it doesn't to me, Dean." I told him honestly. "I've said this so many times but I don't just agree with a concept where being friends with your ex is plausible. I-It just isn't."

Suddenly I feel nervous. It’s not like he would try to pull something on me on the first day we met, right? And certainly not while I am dressed like this? But why did he inadvertently try to ask if I had a boyfriend? Maybe I should invite him in and see where it goes? No, that’s probably a bad idea... we are neighbours after all. How awkward would it be to have a one night stand with your neighbour and have to see him all the time. Bad Blair! It’s ok to just have guy friends without benefits too! I’d best just go home and do some work...

I won't be surprised if he does that, she's his ex-girlfriend after all it should I say, friends with benefits. The thought made my hurt burn with anger, if he doesn't care so why should I care? I'm beginning to like the idea of this trip, I'll enjoy it to the fullest and try my best to get over him. I might as well find myself another boyfriend and then file a divorce. That's what we planned in the first place, isn't it? It's over six months now and we'd planned on breaking up the marriage, I think I'll just go on with the plan.

"Well, thank you so much for saying sorry Tristan but don't misinterpret this reply, I hated you for what you did and I think it may take some time for the wounds to heal. You've got nothing to worry about, I have realized that chasing Tricia is very tiring so I decided to move on with my life. However, the worst part is, this also ruined our friendship and no matter what happens, we cannot bring back that genuine friendship anymore. I also want to say good luck on your new journey. I wish you the best Tristan! Don't you worry, blocking you never crossed my mind as I also wanted to become updated in your life. One more thing, please do not try to seduce or become friends with Tricia again, t

With him, I felt included—like we were the same. << Can I ask you a question? >> I signed hesitantly, adjusting my posture again. My chest felt very heavy and my thoughts spiralling. He smiled warmly. "Go ahead." I sigh heavily, rethinking before I went on << If someone’s ex wants them back and they tell you about all the ‘fun’ they had together, is it okay to get mad? >> Viktor tilted his head thoughtfully before answering. << Yes and no. We're all human, so getting hurt is expected. But understanding the situation and choosing not to stay mad is a choice. You can't blame someone for something that happened before you were in the picture. >>

I know that every human being cares. The whole split is just a cruel, ugly situation and I don't know how to make her feel better. I do know that I want to choke her ex for doing this to her and making her feel this way. My friend deserves better, but I'm worried now it'll be harder for her to see that because of the damage he has done. Her phone dings and she picks it up. I'm not about to glance over and see what the message says, but I hear her sniffle softly and know whatever the text is, it’s not good news.