My boss’s brother wants me and so does my husband
she said in a lowered tone now, more sincere as she gently squeezed my hands.
"I can’t live without you, Lena. I really can’t." My voice cracked slightly as I leaned in closer. "This past month I’ve been a mess, a literal shadow of myself, and it even had me suspended from work." I noticed the small furrow of her brows before I continued. "I don’t know how to carry on without you. You’re the only thing that makes sense in my life. Please, I can’t do this without you. Don’t let us end this way. I’m begging you." I said it more sober now, tears prickling at the corners of my eyes.
She gave me a small smile again, this time reaching across to dry the tears that were now running down my face.