Her expression already shows that she’s not expecting a favorable response. For that, his heart ached a little.
Sighing, he told her, “If you want to become a better person, do it for yourself, Ella. Don’t do it for anyone else.”
His reply sounded like a rejection to her, still… she liked that he said her name. He’s not wrong. She forced herself to smile, though her eyes started tearing up. Ugh, she can’t cry in front of him. She doesn’t want his pity.
She gulped before replying, “You’re right. I’ll do that, then.”
She hasn’t moved from where she’s standing, but she couldn’t look at him as well. It still isn’t clear if they’re over or not. Is he no longer her boyfriend? She should really ask.
“Then, are we over?” Even just saying that is making her cry. This time, she couldn’t sto
