Cassian knew it was for the best to try to forget his feelings for the princess. However, he didn't want to use Laila just to forget his feelings for Abril. He wanted to be honest with her and said, "I don't think it's right to do that. You are a very nice girl, and I wouldn't want to make you suffer."
"Then let's start as friends, and if one day your feelings change, tell me. Although I don't know if it will be too late by then: someone else might come along and steal my heart," Laila replied, taking another bite of her cake. "Enjoy your cake before I steal it, I really love this."
They talked for a while longer. Later, Cassian accompanied Laila back to the bookstore. As they said goodbye, she gave him a kiss on the cheek and said, "Come back soon to visit me."
His face turned red with
